Per-Diem Nurse Practitioner — Addiction Recovery Clinician

Recovery Centers of America; Mays Landing (NJ); On-site; USD 103,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

Recovery Centers of America is seeking a Nurse Practitioner (FNP) to provide comprehensive patient care in inpatient and outpatient settings, under medical direction. You will assess, diagnose, treat, and manage patients on the recovery journey, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver compassionate care.

The ideal candidate holds NP licensure, FNP certification, and DEA credentials, with 5–7 years in nursing, preferably in substance abuse treatment.

Qualifications

• State licensure as a Registered Nurse Practitioner required.
• Certification as an NP (FNP-BC, FNP-C, AGNP, AGPCNP-BC, etc.) required.
• Active DEA (and CDS where required).
• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing preferred.
• CPR/BLS certification (or completion during orientation).
• 5–7 years of nursing experience, with 5 years in substance abuse treatment strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of detox protocols, addiction disorders, DSM criteria, ASAM levels of care, and co-occurring conditions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial history and physical examinations, along with periodic medical assessments.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests (labs, imaging, etc.).
• Prescribe medications (with appropriate credentials) and recommend detoxification protocols.
• Document assessments, examinations, and patient progress using dictation and EMR systems.
• Assess physiological, behavioral, and psychosocial health status.
• Create and update treatment plans based on patient progress.
• Collaborate closely with nursing, counseling staff, dietitians, psychiatrists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in patient care planning, psychiatric evaluation scheduling, and discharge planning.
• Identify patient issues related to health, psychiatric status, and diagnostic findings.
• Demonstrate knowledge of CPI techniques and ensure patient safety (fall prevention, skin integrity, etc.).
• Lead, mentor, and inspire clinical staff to uphold the organization’s mission and deliver exceptional care.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Clinical assessment

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Recovery Centers of America is seeking a Nurse Practitioner (FNP) to provide comprehensive patient care in inpatient and outpatient settings, under medical direction. You will assess, diagnose, treat, and manage patients on the recovery journey, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver compassionate care.

The ideal candidate holds NP licensure, FNP certification, and DEA credentials, with 5–7 years in nursing, preferably in substance abuse treatment.