🌟 Registered Nurse (RN)Make a difference. Support recovery. Change lives.Shift: Monday-Friday 5:30a-2:00pm with alternating Saturdays 5:30a-1:00pm
Pay: $42.00Position StatementThe Registered Nurse plays a vital role in supporting individuals on their recovery journey through
Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT). In this role, you will educate clients about methadone and other MAT options while assessing their medical readiness and safely administering medication. Our Opioid Treatment Program provides evidence-based care using
Methadone, Subutex, and Suboxone to treat opioid dependence in a compassionate, structured, and client-centered environment.
This position is ideal for an RN who is passionate about working with individuals affected by substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders and who values meaningful, purpose-driven work.
What You'll Do🩺 Direct Nursing & Clinical Care- Administer methadone and other MAT medications safely and accurately
- Assess client condition and determine eligibility for medication dosing
- Ensure precise documentation of medication dosages and changes
- Maintain strict medication accountability and safeguards
- Uphold client confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
- Collaborate with physicians to support medical services, including physicals
- Administer PPD testing
- Respond to medical emergencies as needed
📚 Client Education & Support- Educate clients on methadone treatment and recovery expectations
- Orient clients to program procedures, including urine toxicology protocols
- Provide health education on wellness and related medical topics
🗂 Medical Documentation & Records- Maintain timely, accurate nursing notes (at least quarterly or as clinically indicated)
- Document medications dispensed, telephone contacts, and client interactions
- Ensure physician orders and administrative detox or arrears orders are properly recorded
🤝 Collaboration & Program Support- Serve as a medical resource to interdisciplinary staff
- Act as a liaison with external medical and community partners
- Assist with proper medical waste handling
- Work flexibly based on program needs and operating schedules
- Perform other duties as required to support program operations
Qualifications & ExperienceRequired:- Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of New Jersey
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience
- Minimum 2 years of experience in human services or a related field
- Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills
- Ability to work effectively with individuals with substance use and mental health disorders
- Strong critical thinking and clinical judgment
- Detail-oriented with excellent record-keeping skills
- Ability to train and support staff at multiple levels
Preferred:- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Experience working with diverse populations
- Knowledge of medical and psychiatric conditions and medications
Professional & Regulatory Responsibilities- Comply with OSHA, HIPAA, Fire & Safety, and Security regulations
- Adhere to NJDOH-DMHAS, CARF, and NJSAMS standards
- Follow all personnel, residential, and agency policies
- Accurately document time worked
- Attend all required trainings and meetings
- Maintain professionalism and sound judgment at all times
Tools & Technology- Office equipment: telephone, copier, fax, computer
- Ability to use required clinical and administrative software systems
Physical Requirements- Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, lift, reach, stoop, twist, climb stairs, and drive as needed
Safety & Health Knowledge- Bloodborne pathogens
- Right-to-Know regulations
- HIPAA compliance
- Fire, safety, and security procedures
