Multisite Nurse Practitioner

About the role

The APRN will report directly to the Medical Director and is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day medical flow.

Responsibilities

• Completing admissions process with all new clients
• Identifying and documenting chronic and acute medical needs of clients and communicating this to the nursing team
• Representing the facility in a positive manner, both personally and professionally
• Promoting a mutually supportive environment that emphasizes a collaborative approach and values contributions of all members, including staff and clients
• Monitoring health issues and referring clients for specialized care as needed
• Analyzing situations quickly and applying sound judgement
• Providing client's needs, making referrals to, and collaborating with appropriate resources and community organizations
• Discussing code blue and/or medical transfers with participating team members in an open and respectful manner
• Performing admission assessment, including physicals, for newly admitted clients
• Reporting appropriate adverse drug reactions to appropriate authorities
• Discussing with clients possible side effects of medications that are prescribed
• Diagnosing and treating acute health problems such as injuries, infections, illnesses
• Providing medical on call
• Utilizing critical thinking skills when treating and managing in a detox setting
• Ensuring all documentation is non-judgmental
• Ensuring all incidents are properly documented and any concerns/recommendations are communicated to supervisor
• Ensuring the flow of critical information is communicated to the appropriate team members
• Taking part in quality assurance audits and peer reviews
• Ensuring continuous flow of communication with leadership to enhance the quality of care given to clients
• Ensuring all documentation is timely and meets state and insurance standards
• Ensuring meets state and certifying bodies requirements for continuing education

Qualifications

• APRN Licensure and Certification in the appropriate state, maintains current licensure per state requirements
• Malpractice insurance coverage
• Current CPR and Standard First Aid Certificate
• DEA license preferred
• Previous experience working in and a strong commitment to a team environment
• Previous work with addictions, mental illness, and homelessness or willingness to learn understanding of the systemic issues affecting those we serve preferred
• Knowledge/experience of how to safely de-escalate potentially volatile situations
• Recent Criminal Record Check
• Must meet then maintain all pre-employment requirements which includes reference checks, applicable state and national required background screening, 10 panel urine drug screen, DMV check, insurance (if applicable), and license/credential verifications

Skills

• Competent in using EMR and information systems in providing effective documentation of client care

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and 401(K)
• Generous paid time off accrual
• Excellent growth and development opportunities
• Satisfying and rewarding work striving to overcome the opioid epidemic

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