Nurse Practitioner (FNP/ANP)

New Brunswick Counseling Center; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Part time

Job summary

New Brunswick Counseling Center (NBCC) seeks a Certified Nurse Practitioner (FNP/ANP) on a contract basis to join the Mobile Unit Program in New Brunswick, NJ. The NP will oversee nursing services, perform comprehensive medical assessments, and coordinate pharmacologic treatment for individuals with opioid use disorder (OUD).

The role requires NJ RN license, FNP/ANP certification, prescriptive authority, CPR, and 2+ years in addiction, psychiatry, or primary care.

Qualifications

• MSN from an accredited institution.
• Current New Jersey RN license and certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Adult Nurse Practitioner (ANP).
• New Jersey prescriptive authority (or eligibility to obtain).
• Eligible to prescribe buprenorphine for OUD treatment.
• Current CPR/AED certification.
• 2+ years of relevant clinical experience (addiction, psychiatry, primary care, community health, or similar).

Responsibilities

• Oversee nursing services and program operations to comply with OTP regulations.
• Supervise and evaluate program nurses to maintain high clinical standards.
• Ensure nursing and medication administration coverage during clinic hours.
• Conduct comprehensive admission and annual medical assessments.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests and follow up as appropriate.
• Monitor medical needs of pregnant, HIV-positive, or medically complex clients.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team for individualized treatment plans.
• Triage clients for medical supervision or referral; track outcomes and follow-ups.
• Administer medications for OUD, including injectables when appropriate.
• Prescribe medications to address SUD and co-occurring mental health disorders.
• Monitor clients on psychotropic medications and document per regulatory standards.

Skills

FNP/ANP

Prescriptive authority

CrP/AED

OUD experience

Nursing supervision

Education

MSN

Job description

Contract Position | Mobile Unit Program

New Brunswick Counseling Center (NBCC) is a CARF-accredited, nonprofit provider of outpatient substance use and mental health services. We deliver respectful, high-quality care that supports recovery and wellness across our communities.

NBCC is seeking a Certified Nurse Practitioner (FNP/ANP) to join our Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) on a contract basis, supporting our Mobile Unit Program based out of our New Brunswick location. This is a meaningful opportunity to work alongside a dedicated team of medical and behavioral health professionals to provide compassionate, evidence-based care for individuals receiving treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD).

Our Approach

We provide care that is trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and patient-centered, grounded in dignity, safety, and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and ensure nursing services and program operations comply with state and federal OTP regulations and NBCC policies
• Supervise and evaluate program nurses to maintain consistent, high standards of clinical care
• Ensure appropriate nursing and medication administration coverage during clinic operating hours
• Conduct comprehensive admission and annual medical assessments, including medical, mental health, and substance use histories
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests (e.g., TB, HIV, Hepatitis) and follow up as clinically appropriate
• Monitor and support medical needs of clients who are pregnant, HIV-positive, or medically complex
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support individualized treatment plans
• Triage clients for medical supervision or external referral; track outcomes and complete follow-ups
• Administer medications for OUD, including injectables when clinically appropriate
• Prescribe medications to address substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders within scope and program protocols
• Monitor clients on psychotropic medications for adverse reactions/side effects and respond appropriately
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation per regulatory standards
• Perform additional clinical duties as assigned to support safe mobile service delivery

Minimum Qualifications

• MSN from an accredited institution
• Current New Jersey RN license and certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Adult Nurse Practitioner (ANP)
• New Jersey prescriptive authority (or eligibility to obtain)
• Eligible to prescribe buprenorphine for OUD treatment in accordance with current federal and NJ requirements
• Current CPR/AED certification
• 2+ years of relevant clinical experience (addiction, psychiatry, primary care, community health, or similar), or equivalent combination of training/experience

Schedule

• 15 hours per week, scheduled as needed in accordance with agency and mobile unit requirements

Why Join NBCC?

At NBCC, we’re committed to quality, client-centered care with a focus on recovery, dignity, and respect. Our Mobile Unit Program expands access to critical services for underserved populations-bringing care closer to the people who need it most.

Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and families affected by opioid use disorder.

Location: New Brunswick Counseling Center (NBCC) – New Brunswick, NJ (Mobile Unit)