Advanced Practice Nurse

Considered among the top residential addiction treatment programs in the United States, Alina Lodge continues to integrate new and innovative therapies into our time-honored approach to the treatment of substance use disorders. Reflecting the community we serve, our team of professionals comes from diverse backgrounds and includes members who have struggled with addiction in the past. Our mission is to help individuals and their families attain and maintain lives of hope and recovery from substance use disorders.

At Alina Lodge, we create an atmosphere that encourages development for both our guests and employees. To assist our guests on their path to recovery, we are dedicated to offering the greatest continuum of care and services, and we look for experts who share this commitment.

The Medical Nurse Practitioner is responsible for quality and completeness of assigned medical services The Nurse Practitioner must be knowledgeable in systems improvement. To provide primary health care services consistent with the philosophy of Alina Lodge. Under the general supervision of the Medical Director and in accordance with standardized procedures, the Nurse Practitioner is responsible for providing primary care to guests through regular health assessments and the management of common acute and chronic stable conditions. The Nurse Practitioner obtains a health history and performs a physical assessment, identifies problems, and formulates plans that include treatment, health education, and counseling. The Nurse Practitioner collaborates with other healthcare professionals in assessing and managing healthcare problems and maintaining continuity of care.

MAJOR JOB DUTIES

Guest Care

• Provide primary care to members, including histories, exams, lab tests, prescriptions, and referrals within prescribed up-to-date guidelines and protocols.
• Provide medical evaluations to guests 18 years and older, with chemical dependency and co-occurring disorders within 24 hours of admission to the organization.
• Conduct routine pharmacological management and evaluation.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Order medications via the facility’s EMR for the appropriate guests.
• o Review urine screens as needed.
• Order and review blood work as needed.
• Conduct follow-up appointments as indicated by guest acuity and need, using medical progress notes.
• Write orders for medical medications and treatments, under guidelines of licensure.
• Provide guests with information concerning their evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis. Engage members in participation and decisions involving their healthcare. Provide counseling for guests with diet, hygiene, and preventative healthcare.
• Collaborate and consult with MDs consistent with Alina Lodge practice standards and Collaborative Agreements.
• Collaborate with the facility’s Medical Director
• Maintains and follows guest care protocols.
• Works with members of the healthcare team in educating the guests about their medical care.
• Coordinates with the care team throughout the treatment week.
• Utilization reviews as requested by UR for peer-to-peer.
• Complete all necessary paperwork and documentation as determined by the facility in which the APN is providing services.
• Provide comprehensive documentation to document ongoing needs for treatment.
• Assist in the development of Standards of Care for the medical department.
• Demonstrate clear knowledge of Alina Lodge’s structure, standards, procedures, and protocols.
• All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• • Masters in nursing required, Doctorate of Nursing preferred.
  • Current New Jersey License as a Nurse Practitioner
  • National Board Certified
  • Current DEA license.
  • American Association of Nurse Practitioners
  • American Nurses Credentialing Center
  • EMR/EHR experience
  • Registered Nurse with current active licensure in the State of New Jersey.
  • Current CPR for Healthcare Workers Required

Experience

• • Experience as an RN in behavioral health is preferred, in addition, to experience in a treatment program or facility providing detoxification services.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Ability to work well under pressure analyze and evaluate individual member’s needs, reach sound conclusions, and make appropriate recommendations.
  • Must be detail-oriented and be able to multi-task effectively.
  • Demonstrate experience in the delivery of primary care.
  • Must be sensitive to the diverse patient population.
  • Demonstrate clear knowledge of Alina Lodge’s structure, standards, procedures, and protocols.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with healthcare professionals at all levels.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
  • Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
  • Strong experience working in Electronic Medical Records
  • Experience in conducting training and education programs.
  • Strong leadership and project management skills.
  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
  • Commitment to continuous professional development.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands and work environment require walking, bending, standing, climbing stairs, driving, and running standard office equipment. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Alina Lodge is an at-will employer. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; an employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by the immediate manager or other management as required. Alina Lodge reserves the right to revise or change job duties as needed. This job description is not a written or implied contract of employment.