New Jersey, USA Req #281
Thursday, October 17, 2024
ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSE (APN)
(Part-time/Monday – Friday)
If you are ready to join a dynamic team of healthcare professionals who are dedicated to delivering exceptional services that prioritize the well-being of our patients and their families, we encourage you to read on!
CenterPath Wellness is an affiliate of Easterseals NJ and a mental health clinic providing mental health, addictions, wellness, and recovery services to the residents of Union County and North Plainfield since 1944.
What will you do?
The APN is responsible for the provision of psychiatric nursing to the adult, children, and adolescent population including the provision of case management activities and health and nutritional counseling.
In this role, you will evaluate, assess, and administer client medications and medication management. In addition, you will provide documentation of all nursing activity within required timeframes, participate in clinical team meetings, and in-service trainings as necessary.
What’s in it for you?
Be a part of a national organization that has helped people living with developmental disabilities, and special needs for more than a century!
Work with an awesome team of professionals who have a true passion for the work that they do.
- Competitive pay!
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- No Cost Life and Accidental Death Insurance
- Employer Paid Long Term Disability Insurance
- Plentiful Voluntary Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- 403(b) Plan with Match
- Discount Programs
- Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Paid Time Off Buy-Back
- Paid Medical Leave Time
- Direct Deposit and Payroll Cards
- Access to Electronic Pay Statements
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Employee Wellness Program
- Employee Referral Program
- Employee Paid Orientation & Training
- Recognition Program
POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide case management services, health and nutritional counseling, and perform psychiatric evaluations.
- Evaluate, assess, and administer client medications and oversee the medication management of the client base.
- Complete Electronic Health Record documentation in accordance with all State/Federal requirements and ENJ policies and procedures.
- Maintain compliance with all emergency response behaviors and other regulatory policies and procedures and operations not limited to DMHAS, DHS, Federal, State and County Governance, Medicaid, and Medicare.
- Consult with treating psychiatrist, partial care program, and medical physicians as needed to provide and facilitate appropriate treatment.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE:
- Must be a licensed Registered Nurse (RN) and be licensed/certified as an Advance Practice Nurse by the State of NJ.
- Must be registered/authorized by Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and Controlled Dangerous Substances (CDS) to prescribe psychotropic medications.
- Minimum of one-year post-licensure experience providing psychiatric assessments and treatment planning for the psychiatric population.
- Tech savvy with prior Electronic Health Record experience helpful.
- Strong communication skills with clients, parents, and guardians.
- Ability to manage a large caseload in a fast-paced environment.
About Us!
Easterseals is a national 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that has helped children and adults with disabilities and special needs live better lives for more than half a century. Annually, over 9,000 individuals with disabilities and specific special needs in New Jersey receive services in our programs. We believe everyone has an inalienable right to realize their potential and live their life as they envision it; everyone is allowed access to opportunities that permit them to do so.
Our employees dedicate themselves to making positive differences in people’s lives every day by living our Core Values: RESPECTFULNESS, WARMTH, EXPERTISE.
Easterseals Is An Equal Opportunity Employer
As one of our core values, we strive to provide equal opportunity to all of our employees without regard to their age, gender, religion, race, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, disability which is unrelated to the ability to perform essential job functions, unfavorable military discharge (except dishonorable), veteran status, marital status, parental status, genetic information, source of income or other legally protected category in accordance with applicable law.
Easterseals NJ offers paid training, 403(b) Retirement Plan, and generous Paid Time Off for all employees! To view all benefit information, visit www.enjbenefits.com
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