LPN/RN Nurse Manager
Description
Nurse Manager (LPN/RN)
Location: Merchantville, NJ
Company: Recovery Unplugged
Facility Type: Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) / Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
Position Summary
Recovery Unplugged is seeking a compassionate, organized, and experienced Nurse Manager (LPN/RN) to join our team at our Merchantville, NJ location.
This position will serve as the primary on-site nurse for our Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), providing direct patient care, coordinating medical services, and overseeing day-to-day nursing operations.
The ideal candidate is a self-motivated healthcare professional who is comfortable working independently within their scope of practice, managing multiple responsibilities, and collaborating with our clinical and medical teams to provide high-quality care to individuals receiving treatment for substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary on-site nurse, managing daily nursing responsibilities and coordinating patient medical needs.
- Conduct nursing assessments, monitor patient health, and identify changes in medical or psychiatric conditions within the scope of the applicable nursing license.
- Administer medications and monitor medication compliance in accordance with provider orders, facility policies, and applicable regulations.
- Maintain accurate medication administration records (MARs), nursing notes, and patient medical documentation.
- Coordinate with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other medical providers regarding patient care, medication concerns, and treatment recommendations.
- Assist with patient admissions, medical screenings, and discharge planning.
- Monitor vital signs, address patient medical concerns, and respond appropriately to medical emergencies.
- Oversee medication storage, inventory, ordering coordination, and disposal in accordance with applicable regulations.
- Communicate relevant medical updates to the clinical team and participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning.
- Educate patients on medications, health management, and wellness as appropriate.
- Ensure nursing services and documentation comply with New Jersey regulations, company policies, and applicable accreditation standards.
- Identify opportunities to improve nursing processes, patient safety, and quality of care.
- Maintain an organized, safe, and efficient nursing environment.
- Perform additional nursing-related duties as assigned within the scope of licensure.
About Recovery Unplugged
Recovery Unplugged is a behavioral health treatment organization that uses the power of music to help individuals overcome substance use disorders and build a foundation for lasting recovery. We are committed to providing compassionate, individualized treatment in a supportive and engaging environment.
Join our team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals on their recovery journey.
Recovery Unplugged is an Equal Opportunity Employer.