Balance family life and career while becoming an expert in one of the most compelling specialties in our country—Opioid Addiction treatment. The Coleman Institute has been Virginia's leading outpatient addiction treatment center since 1998. Our unique accelerated detox programs, coupled with naltrexone therapy and supportive case management, have helped thousands of people free themselves from addiction to opioid pain medication, heroin, fentanyl, and alcohol. Founded in Richmond, Virginia, our network has expanded to cover 14 cities across the United States. This is an opportunity to join a fast-growing and dynamic organization.
Job Summary

The Nurse Practitioner provides health care services to patients under the direction and responsibility of a physician.
Essential Roles and Responsibilities

• Patient/Client Care
• Examines patient, performs comprehensive physical examination, including diagnosis and treatment of both chronic and acute episodic illnesses and minor injuries. Compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination. Refers to physician as needed
• Administers or orders diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests, and interprets test results for deviation from normal
• Prescribes medications following strict protocols established by contractual agreements
• Confers with patient’s private physician(s) as needed
• Counsels patients and helps them understand their limitations and abilities
• Acts as a resource person for decisions, planning, and policies affecting the health of patients and staff
• Serves as a clinic in-service resource
• Oversees the continuum of care process for their patients
• Provides patient education specific to various disease processes
• Maintains patient, employee, and computer confidentiality

Administrative Responsibilities

• Participates in monthly staff meetings
• Reviews new policy and procedures as they are presented
• Participation in the Performance Improvement Process
• Knowledge and compliance with HIPAA policy and procedures
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local regulations, in addition to the standards required by Board of Health and OSHA
• Must maintain current BCLS certification

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nurse practitioner program
• Must be currently licensed as a registered nurse in the state of Virginia.
• Current certificate of basic life support by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.
• Candidates must be able to interact with a diverse population.
• Satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check.