Nurse Practitioner

$65 - $67/Yr

Acadia Healthcare - Kent, WA

posted 15 days ago

Part-time - Entry Level
Kent, WA
10,001+ employees
Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Nurse Practitioner provides advanced nursing care under the supervision of the Medical Director; may also be directed by Nurse Supervisor for the clinic under the state licensure guidelines for Nurse Practitioners; evaluates and monitors treatment of patients as part of a healthcare team at the clinic. May prescribe medication as allowed by state regulation.

Responsibilities

  • Provides initial and annual history and physical evaluation, assesses eligibility for treatment, evaluates patients' history of dependence on opioids.
  • Orders appropriate laboratory studies, reviews laboratory results and provides necessary education, referral and / or follow up services to patients.
  • Monitors the treatment plans of high risk patients.
  • Prescribes medication for the treatment of substance abuse according to patient need as allowed by state regulation.
  • Consults and collaborates with Medical Director to plan and implement care according to Nurse Practitioner Guidelines.
  • Reports and documents significant patient issues and adverse events.
  • Communicates pertinent information to appropriate members of the health care team.
  • Collaborates with Nurse Supervisor to optimize quality and efficiency.
  • Ensures that the program and employees' transactions and activities are in full compliance with all laws and clinic legal compliance program policies and standards of conduct.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Board Certified Nurse Practitioner.
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience as a practicing nurse practitioner preferred.
  • Previous experience in behavioral health or substance use (SUD) treatment is preferred.
  • No history of alcohol or drug misuse for three years before employment.
  • Licensed to practice in the state in which the clinic operates.
  • DEA license.

Benefits

  • Compensation for roles at Kent Comprehensive Treatment Center varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific location, role, skill set, and level of experience.
  • Calculated Hourly Range for role: $65.00 - $67.50 per hour.
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