Community Psychiatric Institute·East Orange, New Jersey
The RN will provide nursing assessments, administer medications, and coordinate care for chronically mentally ill and substance abuse populations. Responsibilities also include facilitating medication education groups and ensuring regulatory compliance with state guidelines.
Free food & snacks 401(k) Competitive salary Dental insurance Employee discounts Health insurance Paid time off Training & development Vision insurance Work in a friendly and supportive workplace!
Well recognized Adult behavioral healthcare and chemical dependency treatment program in Essex County has an opening for a Full-time Nurse (RN) Monday through Friday, between 35 hours to 37.5 hours weekly. (Flexible)
Competitive salary and benefits package including vacation, sick and personal time, paid holidays, health/dental/vision/life insurance, AFLAC and opportunity for enrollment in generous company paid pension plan and retirement annuity plan.
Work as part of our multidisciplinary team assisting a chronically mentally ill and substance abuse population. We are passionate about the people we serve!
Responsibilities: include:
Working with our staff psychiatrist and APN.
Provide nursing & on-site health assessments
Administer Medications/Injections: Coordinate with pharmacies for medication refills & changes
Facilitate Medication Education groups
Provide Medication Counseling: Provide on-site Medical screenings as necessary
Consult with Medical providers as needed regarding consumer care
Communication and coordination of care with other Medical providers and community residential facilities regarding healthcare issues and medications.
Coordinate Medical Referrals: Review & order labs as needed
Monitor & review client charts for accuracy
Ensure regulatory compliance with all State mandated rules & guidelines
Must be computer literate and have EHR experience.
Must be able to demonstrate technological/computer skills & competencies.
Vacation Sick & personal time Paid holidays Health, Vision & Dental Insurance Life insurance Opportunity to enroll with AFLAC Opportunity for enrollment in generous employer funded retirement plan.
Candidates must be a Registered Nurse (RN) with proficiency in EHR systems and general computer competencies. Experience in behavioral healthcare and chemical dependency treatment is highly relevant.
Market context
New Jersey nursing jobs typically see steady demand across hospitals, long-term care, and outpatient settings, with new graduate nurses often eligible to apply. Competition can be strong because employers look for accredited nursing education, licensure readiness, and flexibility around shifts, while benefits such as tuition reimbursement, sign-on bonuses, and retirement plans can make offers more attractive. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credential status and highlight any clinical rotations or patient-care experience in your application.
