Overview

We are looking for experienced Director of Nursing to join our TEAM in Cherry Hill, NJ!

Sign-on Bonus Available

Advanced Recovery Systems is an integrated behavioral healthcare management company dedicated to the treatment of addiction, substance abuse, eating disorders and mental health issues. We put behavioral health front and center, providing assistance to people with substance abuse issues, addictions and mental health concerns.

The Recovery Village Cherry Hill at Cooper (RVCH) continues our organization’s renowned approach to addiction recovery, which combines evidence-based treatment with holistic programming that promotes wellness in body and mind. Our 90-bed, 55,000-square-foot facility offers a full continuum of care, ranging from the initial detox process to the aftercare services provided when treatment ends. Clients also participate in our Weekly Recovery Compass program, which helps to directly identify, monitor and address potential setbacks that can be counterproductive to recovery.

RVCH is located in the heart of Cherry Hill, NJ, near the Delaware River. With convenient interstate access, out-of-state clients can enjoy a 30-minute drive from the nearby Philadelphia International Airport. 

Take the first step toward making a difference and saving lives.

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Responsibilities

The Director of Nursing directs all day-to-day operations of the Nursing/Health Services Department and staff to ensure the delivery of quality general and psychiatric nursing care to patients in treatment of psychiatric problems including chemical dependency. Monitors the effectiveness of staff e.g., assessment, evaluation, and implementation of the standards of nursing and health service practice

Works effectively with the facility leadership team to ensure success of the facility by completing the following:

Core Job Duties:

• Defines and maintains the standards of nursing practices.
• Assesses the quality of care rendered and ensures the continuity of care for each client.
• Initiates the development of policies and procedures that govern nursing services. Ensures that nursing policies and procedures are current and reflect the ever-changing standards established by regulatory agencies.
• Responsible for staff performance, staff recruitment, staff retention and staff development for all nursing/health services department personnel.
• Collaborates with other departments and agencies regarding resources and services for improved patient care and staff development.
• Serves as a key member of the facility’s core management team and ensures effective integration or nursing services into overall operations.
• Oversees nursing staffing levels within the facility on all shifts to ensure quality patient care. Understands and incorporates a staffing grid, and flex staffing techniques.
• Collaborates with the Infection Control Nurse to incorporate infection control policies and procedures to provide a safe environment for patients and personnel (i.e. reports infections and/or communicable diseases to the appropriate public health authority, provides infection control education for all employees).
• Oversees the pharmacy and laboratory services 
• Oversees the facility’s patient rights program and ensures that all patients are treated with respect and dignity.
• Ensures department’s budgetary guidelines are maintained. Monitors expenditures in areas of nursing supplies, equipment, and materials.
• Provides direct nursing services to include:
  • Ability to complete appropriate documents within the required timeframe after admission to the program. Maintains medical records.
  • Ability to administer medications as indicated and monitor detoxification process.
  • Ability to transcribe Physician orders and implement all Medical Protocols as ordered.
  • Ability to confer with and assist medical personnel, both internal and external resources.
  • Ability to provide documentation which reflects services for each patient in accordance with licensure standards.
  • Ability to assess the medical and psychiatric needs of the patient determine the urgency of their needs and expedite treatment as required.
  • Ability to effectively communicate concerns about patient health to appropriate personnel and follows up as necessary.
  • Ability to educate patients about medications, health issues and medical conditions.
  • Demonstrates ability to take verbal orders from the medical provider, documents them in the patient record and carries them out accurately and professionally.

What we offer:

• Competitive Salary
• Sign-on Bonus Available
• Free Teladoc access and visits to employee and eligible dependents! 
• Benefits begin on the 1st day of the month following date of hire.
• Matching HSA - up to $1500/yr contribution from the company to your HSA.
• 401(k), medical, dental, vision, and generous vacation time!
• Employee Referral Bonus - you can earn up to $4000. 

We value our employees and recognize the critical role they play in saving lives.

The Recovery Village Cherry Hill at Cooper | New Jersey Addiction Treatment (advancedrecoverysystems.com)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred
• Five (5) years of experience in nursing field with, at minimum, 1 year in nursing supervision AND at least one year the management of addictions in a licensed substance use disorders treatment facility
• Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey, active and in good standing.
• CPR Certification.
• Previous experience in nursing management e.g., Nurse Manager or other related positions required.
• Displays advanced knowledge of treatment procedures and interventions common to substance abuse patients as well as to non-violent crisis intervention practice.
• Advanced knowledge of abnormal psychology and application of this knowledge particularly in substance abuse and eating disorder patients.
• Advanced knowledge of medical terminology especially those terms associated with psychiatric care through familiarity of psycho-pharmacy and the use of psycho-tropic medications with psychiatric, substance abuse and eating disorder patients.
• Advanced knowledge of medical terminology especially those terms associated with psychiatric, substance abuse and eating disorder patients

COVID-19 Vaccination RequirementAdvanced Recovery Systems complies with state-specific COVID-19 vaccination mandates for healthcare workers. Team members in our facilities/offices located in states with vaccination mandates are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (including any booster shots if stipulated) unless approved for a reasonable accommodation based on disability, medical condition, pregnancy, or religious belief that prevents them from being vaccinated.

Advanced Recovery Systems is a national integrated behavior healthcare management company dedicated to the treatment of addiction, substance abuse, eating disorders and mental health issues. We invite you to learn more about us at our website! 

The Company complies with state and federal nondiscrimination laws and policies that prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, or sex. It is unlawful to retaliate against individuals or groups based on the basis of their participation in a complaint of discrimination or on the basis of their opposition to discriminatory practices/EEO

We are proud to be a drug-free workplace.