Administration - Advance Practice Nurse/Nurse Practitioner - CPW

Advance Practice Nurse/Nurse Practitioner

Are you a compassionate and skilled APN or NP with a passion for mental health care? Easterseals NJ is looking for a dedicated professional to provide psychiatric nursing services to adults, children, and adolescents, including medication management, case management, and health counseling!

Full-Time | Monday – Friday | On-Site in Plainfield, NJ

What’s in it for you?

• 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

What will you do?

Responsible for the provision of psychiatric nursing to the adult, children and adolescent population including the provision of case management activities; health and nutritional counseling. Evaluate, assess, and administer client medications and medication management. Provides documentation of all nursing activity within requires timeframes, participates in clinical team meetings and in-service training as necessary.   

Essential Functions:

• Communicate clearly and concisely both in writing to complete documentation, prescriptions, and to communicate with clients and other community stakeholders. 
• Communicate clearly and concisely verbally over the phone, in person with clients or on web calls (ZOOM, Teams).
• Regularly use computers and other technology software needed to properly perform all functions of the job.
• Sit for long periods of time.

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides case management activities; health and nutritional counseling and performs psychiatric evaluations.
• Evaluates, assesses, and administers client medications and oversees the medication management of client base.
• Completes Electronic Health Record documentation in accordance with all State/Federal requirements and ENJ policies and procedures.
• Maintains 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.
• Demonstrates Easterseals Core Values and professionalism and sensitivity when interacting with clients, families, co-workers, and other guests.
• Ensures the confidentiality of client information in accordance with HIPAA policies and procedures.
• Responds in a timely manner to internal and/or external phone calls, voicemail messages to promote service delivery
• Takes necessary precautions/preventive measures to ensure a clean and safe work environment.
• Consults with treating psychiatrist, partial care program, and medical physicians as needed to provide and facilitate appropriate treatment when needed.

Job Requirements:

• 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 case load 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, or 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 categories in accordance with applicable law with regard to receipt of services, appointment or election to voluntary office or hiring for, assignment to, or promotion in staff positions.

Easterseals NJ offers paid training, a generous benefits package including paid time off, 403(b) Retirement Plan, and more! For all details, visit www.enjbenefits.com.