Nurse Practitioner - Addiction Medicine
About The Position
The Nurse Practitioner provides advanced nursing care in an outpatient opioid treatment program, evaluating and monitoring patients as part of a healthcare team. The role includes conducting comprehensive evaluations, developing personalized treatment plans, and prescribing medication as permitted by state regulations. The Nurse Practitioner works under the supervision of the Medical Director and may also be directed by the clinic Nurse Supervisor in accordance with state licensure guidelines. At Salem Comprehensive Treatment Center in Salem, Oregon, the Nurse Practitioner serves adults seeking treatment for opioid use disorder. The multidisciplinary team provides counseling, therapy, medication, and guidance. The position is part-time, Monday through Friday, from 6:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., with compensation of $90 per hour.
Requirements
- Board-certified Nurse Practitioner.
- Licensed to practice in Oregon.
- DEA license.
- No history of alcohol or drug misuse for the three years before employment.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of experience as a practicing nurse practitioner is preferred.
- Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, including outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities, is preferred.
- Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.
- Familiarity with state regulatory standards, including 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and Joint Commission standards.
Responsibilities
- Provides initial and annual history and physical evaluations and assesses treatment eligibility and patients’ histories of opioid dependence.
- Orders appropriate laboratory studies, reviews results, and provides necessary education, referrals, and follow-up services.
- Monitors treatment plans for high-risk patients.
- Prescribes medication for substance use treatment according to patient needs and as permitted by state regulations.
- Consults and collaborates with the 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 healthcare team members.
- Collaborates with the Nurse Supervisor to optimize quality and efficiency.
- Ensures the program and employee transactions and activities comply with applicable laws and clinic compliance policies and standards of conduct.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
