Nurse Manager

Recovery Centers of America; South Amboy (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Recovery Centers of America in South Amboy, NJ is seeking a Nurse Manager to lead and develop the nursing team at RCA's Raritan Bay facility. You will supervise staff, ensure high-quality care, and drive compliance with clinical standards under the Director of Nursing.

The role requires active RN licensure, at least two years in behavioral health, and CPR/BLS certification. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills are essential to support recovery and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Active RN licensure is required.
• Minimum of two years in behavioral health or substance use treatment preferred.
• CPR or BLS certification required (must be obtained during orientation).

Responsibilities

• Staff Supervision & Mentorship: direct supervision, coaching, evaluation of nursing staff.
• Training & Development: design and implement clinical and operational training sessions.
• Quality Assurance: audits of charts, incident reviews, compliance with regulatory standards.
• Collaboration: work with Director of Nursing to develop training and infection control protocols.
• Patient & Family Engagement: promote person-centered care and recovery-oriented treatment.
• Administrative Support: manage staff schedules and payroll, onboard new staff.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Communication

Education

Registered Nurse license (RN)

CPR / BLS certification

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Overview

Recovery Centers of America (RCA) is seeking a dedicated Nurse Manager to lead and support our nursing team at our Raritan Bay facility. Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, you will oversee and mentor the nursing staff, ensuring high-quality clinical outcomes, staff development, and compliance with operational standards. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment that fosters recovery and makes a positive impact on our patients' lives.

Location: South Amboy, New Jersey
Facility: RCA at Raritan Bay
Position Type: Full-time
Salary Range: $100,000 - $110,000

Key Responsibilities

• Staff Supervision & Mentorship: Provide direct supervision, coaching, and evaluation of all nursing staff. Ensure staff are well-educated on clinical, operational, and technological aspects of their roles.
• Training & Development: Design and implement clinical, operational, and technological training sessions. Conduct ongoing assessments and create individualized training plans for staff development.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure high-quality patient care through chart audits, incident report reviews, and oversight of nursing practices. Maintain compliance with regulatory standards and quality expectations set by accreditors.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Director of Nursing and the leadership team to develop and execute training initiatives, emergency response plans, and infection control protocols.
• Patient & Family Engagement: Promote individualized, person-centered care by interacting with patients, families, and clinical teams to support recovery-oriented treatment.
• Administrative Support: Manage employee schedules, payroll, and assist in the onboarding of new staff members. Ensure all training events are completed on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Licensure: Active state licensure as a Registered Nurse
• Experience: Minimum of two years in behavioral health or substance use disorder treatment preferred.
• Certifications: CPR or BLS certification required (must be obtained during orientation), with additional certifications (such as CARN) preferred.
• Specialized Skills: Familiarity with Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, ASAM criteria, trauma-informed care, and treatment planning is highly desirable.
• Technology Proficiency: Experience with electronic medical records and Microsoft Office products is preferred.
• Other Skills: Strong organizational, communication, and planning skills. Ability to assess and intervene in patient care situations and administer medications safely.
• A former patient may not be hired at the same location where they were treated until a minimum of one year has elapsed since the completion of their treatment at that location. Former patients may be considered for employment at locations within RCA other than where they were treated within a year after treatment.

Recovery Centers of America provides equal opportunity in employment and in the provision of services. We do not discriminate on the basis of race (including hair type, texture, or style), color, age (40 and over), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, sex assigned at birth, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation, and differences in sex development), ancestry, national origin (including Limited English Proficiency), religious creed, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. RCA is a recovery-friendly workplace.

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