Nurse Practitioner - Addiction Medicine

MaineGeneral Health•Waterville, ME

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The department of Addiction Medicine at MaineGeneral Medical Center is looking for motivated and compassionate Nurse Practitioners to join the team. From its inception in February 2021, the over-arching goal of the Addiction Medicine Department has been to provide low-barrier, evidence-based care for patients suffering from substance use disorder. We welcome candidates with direct experiences in addiction treatment, however, it is not explicitly required. Our team will work with any clinician to provide job-specific training, as needed. We are looking for team members whose general practice ideals and approach to patient care are in line with our own. Our core philosophy is rooted in the practice of harm reduction and we believe very strongly that treating patients with dignity, respect, and empathy leads to better treatment retention and outcomes. Highlights of the role include: An outpatient-based care setting working with a team of passionate and dedicated staff. A focus on the most current evidence-based standards of care. On-the-job training, as needed. Enjoy collaborative opportunities and additional supports that come with being part of a larger healthcare system. Join a team of passionate, driven individuals with a common objective: To provide comprehensive, compassionate care to the people in our community suffering from the disease of addiction.

Requirements

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) - Maine State Board of Nursing
Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Maine State Board of Nursing

Nice To Haves

Direct experiences in addiction treatment

Responsibilities

Provides primary or acute healthcare services for certain acute or chronic health conditions in specific populations in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.