Assistant Director of Nursing

Job Description

Job Description

Salary:

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Organization: New Brunswick Counseling Center (NBCC)
Location: Mount Holly, NJ
Position Type: Full-Time (35 Hours per Week)

Schedule

MondayFriday, 5:45 AM1:00 PM, with rotating Saturdays as needed by the agency.

Position Summary

New Brunswick Counseling Center (NBCC) is seeking a Full-Time Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to support our Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) program in Mount Holly, New Jersey. The ADON provides direct patient care, ensures compliance with State and Federal regulations, maintains accurate clinical documentation, assists with the management of the Medical Department, and supports operations of the agency's Mobile Medication Unit. In the absence of the Director of Nursing, the ADON assumes leadership responsibilities for the department.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and dispense methadone in accordance with State and Federal regulations.
• Monitor patient health status and medication responses.
• Maintain accurate patient records and timely documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
• Complete nursing assessments, progress notes, medication records, and other required clinical documentation.
• Coordinate physician appointments, laboratory testing, and follow-up care.
• Educate patients regarding medications, treatment plans, and health-related concerns.
• Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings and case conferences.
• Perform Mantoux (TB) testing and EKGs as required.
• Maintain medical supplies and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Assist in the coordination, oversight, and operation of the agency's Mobile Medication Unit, including medication dispensing, patient care, documentation, and regulatory compliance.
• Support staff training, supervision, and daily Medical Department operations.
• Assist with quality assurance activities and preparation for audits, inspections, and accreditation reviews.
• Serve as a clinical resource for nursing staff and other interdisciplinary team members.
• Perform Director of Nursing duties in their absence.
• Complete additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Active New Jersey Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience.
• Strong clinical, communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary treatment team.

Preferred

• Experience in Substance Use Disorder (SUD), Behavioral Health, Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), Opioid Treatment Programs (OTP), or community-based healthcare settings.
• Supervisory, charge nurse, or nursing leadership experience.
• Experience working in mobile healthcare or community outreach programs.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Professional Development and Training Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

New Brunswick Counseling Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.