Nurse Practitioner - Addiction Medicine
About the role
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. 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; and,Perform other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
- Evaluates and monitors treatment of patients as part of a healthcare team at the clinic.
- Prescribes medication for the treatment of substance abuse according to patient need as allowed by state regulation.
- Monitors the treatment plans of high risk patients.
- 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.
Requirements
- Minimum of 1 year of experience as a practicing nurse practitioner preferred.
- Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities preferred.
- Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.
- Familiarity with state regulatory standards (e.g., 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, Joint Commission standards).
- No history of alcohol or drug misuse for a period of three years before employment.
Qualifications
- Board Certified Nurse Practitioner.
- Licensed to practice in the state of South Carolina.
- DEA license.
Skills
- Compassion and empathy for patients.
- Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills.
- Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Benefits
Our Comprehensive Treatment Network offers competitive compensation and benefits, including:
- Health insurance coverage.
- Paid time off.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Employee assistance programs.
Pay
$65-$70 per hour
Schedule
DAYS/HOURS