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Care Plus NJ, Inc.

Paramus, NJ (In Person)

$145,000 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 03/06/2026 (Updated 3 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 5/27/2026

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Job Description

APN - Child Paramus, NJ Job Details Full-time $145,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee discount 403(b) Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals CPR Certification Nursing APN Psychiatry RN License Achieving HIPAA compliance Patient assessment Maintaining patient confidentiality BLS Certification
APRN HIPAA
Master's degree in nursing Mid-level Drug therapy monitoring Driver's License Working with children Basic life support Driving Care plan development Mental health counseling Clinical documentation DEA License MSN Prescribing medications Healthcare diagnosis Acute care Smoking cessation 1 year Psychiatric evaluations Patient treatment Managing patient records Interdisciplinary behavioral health coordination PMHNP Health education and counseling Psychotherapy AED Certification FDA regulations
Full Job Description FT:
40
Location:
Bergen /
Essex County Salary:
145
K What We Offer:
Health & Dental Coverage Life & AD&D insurance;
STD & LTD
coverage Generous Paid Time Off Competitive Hourly Wages and Premium Holiday Compensation 403
B Plan and Tuition Reimbursement Employee Discount and Rewards Program Note:
That's not all! We have even more benefits available. Our recruiting team will provide you with more information as you continue with your interview process. Benefit eligibility is based on the specific requirements and criteria of each plan.
Job Summary:
You will be responsible for conducting comprehensive initial psychiatric evaluations resulting in thorough assessment and diagnosis using DSM-V criteria, and developing comprehensive interdisciplinary and multimodality treatment plans that include prescribing of medications according to FDA guidelines, assisting with linkage to a psychotherapist and case manager if needed, providing psychoeducation to the client, and other general health maintenance needs. Must thoroughly complete documentation in a timely manner.
What You Will Do:
Deliver care to clients within the scope of certification and comfort level Assess, diagnose, and treat, acute and chronic mental illnesses Offer basic supportive psychotherapy, as needed Complete clinical documentation in a timely manner Prescribe psychiatric medications and monitors for efficacy and side effects Order lab and diagnostic testing as appropriate, documents results, and refers to outside physicians as needed Monitor health status of clients (e.g. monitors trends in PHQ-9 scores over time, reviews status of chronic medical conditions as it relates to prescribing psychotropic medications) Provide psycho-education and wellness related services (e.g. nicotine cessation, primary care follow-up etc.) Work as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team, including attending team meetings, presenting updates on clients' status, and helps develop multidisciplinary treatment plan Seek diagnostic and treatment guidance from collaborating physician, as needed Ensure that client records are maintained and updated, kept confidential consistent with the Agency policies and procedures and HIPAA standards. Monitor HIPAA compliance within the work environment Provide coverage for peers when they are out of the office What We Need to
See:
MSN from an accredited school of nursing One (1) year of experience working with a children (including during APN's training) Current and valid NJ RN License with a current valid
NJ PMHNP
certification Current and valid NJ APN License Current and valid ANCC certification (or board-eligible with contingency of obtaining board-certified within three years of hire date) Current and valid CDS Current and valid Federal DEA Current and valid CPR/AED (BLS) certification Current and valid driver's license and must be insurable by agency's automobile insurance
About Care Plus New Jersey:
CarePlus New Jersey has been-and continues to be a leader in mental health and a pioneer in integrated care in Northern New Jersey for more than 45 years. CarePlus strives for excellence in mental health, addiction recovery, and community-based services. Our goal is to offer affordable, accessible, and holistic-centered care that empowers individuals to reach their full potential and enhance their quality of life. Care Plus follows Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, et seq and NJ Law Against Discrimination. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal and State laws.

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