Description:
Substance Abuse Registered Nurse (RN) – Residential Program
Location: Flemington, NJ
Schedule: Full-time | On-call rotation for after-hours medical needs
Good News Home Inc. is a licensed residential substance use treatment program serving up to 12 women across short-term, long-term, and aftercare levels of care. We are seeking a compassionate and clinically skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to support our mission of providing trauma-informed, evidence-based care in a faith-centered environment.
The RN plays a critical role in ensuring medical safety, regulatory compliance, and high-quality care in accordance with DMHAS, NJSAMS, ASAM, and NJ Board of Nursing standards.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Care & Medical Oversight
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Conduct intake nursing assessments and complete all required DMHAS medical screenings.
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Document medical histories, medication reconciliation, communicable disease screening, and risk assessments.
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Develop and update individualized medical care plans aligned with ASAM criteria.
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Administer medications and maintain accurate Medication Administration Records (MARs) in compliance with DMHAS regulations.
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Monitor client health status, complete scheduled evaluations, and document progress in accordance with NJSAMS and program policy.
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Provide health education and facilitate wellness groups, including topics related to addiction, chronic conditions, and recovery.
Regulatory Compliance & Documentation
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Ensure all nursing documentation meets DMHAS, NJSAMS, Medicaid, and licensing requirements.
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Participate in treatment team meetings and contribute nursing input to multidisciplinary care planning.
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Maintain staff health records, immunization documentation, and emergency contact information per state standards.
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Assist with audits, quality assurance reviews, incident reporting, and corrective action plans.
Coordination & Emergency Response
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Coordinate care with external medical and behavioral health providers.
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Arrange referrals, follow-up appointments, and continuity of care.
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Provide crisis intervention and respond to medical emergencies in accordance with program protocols.
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Participate in the on-call rotation for after-hours medical concerns.
Program Support
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Provide staff training on medication safety, infection control, and health procedures.
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Attend staff meetings and maintain required annual trainings (CPR/BLS, infection control, cultural competency, etc.).
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Support a trauma-informed, recovery-oriented, and mission-driven environment.
What We Offer
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Health and dental insurance
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401(k) retirement plan
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Paid time off
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Support for continuing education and professional development
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A supportive, mission-driven work environment
Requirements:
- Active, unrestricted New Jersey RN license required.
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BSN preferred; ADN with relevant experience considered.
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Minimum 2 years’ experience in behavioral health, addiction treatment, or residential care preferred.
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Strong knowledge of addiction, withdrawal management, co-occurring disorders, and DSM 5 terminology.
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Experience with DMHAS licensed programs or NJSAMS documentation strongly preferred.
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BLS certification required; ACLS or crisis intervention certification preferred.
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Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
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Ability to perform accurate assessments and implement appropriate interventions.
