What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner - Addiction position at Preston Harris Group?
Job Description
Job Description
Nurse Practitioner - Addiction
We are looking to hire a nurse to join our dedicated team of addiction professionals to treat our patients struggling with substance abuse.
The Nurse Practitioner will be responsible for conducting client assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing ongoing care to clients undergoing addiction treatment.
Responsibilities
- Perform initial and on-going assessment of client's medical, physical, and psychosocial status.
- Prescribe and monitor medication as necessary for clients in recovery.
- Obtain and evaluate health and medical history; perform a physical exam, conduct preventive screening procedures based on age and history; Identify medical and health risk.
- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to provide holistic care to clients.
- Complete accurate and timely documentation of observations, interventions, plan of care, referrals, follow-up, and progress in electronic health records.
- Participate in staff meetings and training sessions as required.
- Qualifications
- Active Nurse Practitioner license in the state.
- 2 years of experience working with clients with substance abuse disorders preferred.
- Experience prescribing medication-assisted treatment (MAT) preferred.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in electronic health records.
Shifts :
3 days a week 9am-9pm or 11am-11pm
1 day of these 3 can also be a weekend.
ALSO : weekend shifts are available
Salary : 150k Annually
Benefits : Full Health Benefits
Staff Development : Engage in our solid staff development program, fostering continuous growth and skill enhancement.
Supportive Environment : Thrive in a great working environment that encourages collaboration, creativity, and mutual support.
Career Growth : Explore endless growth opportunities and the chance to make a positive impact not only in our clients' lives but also in the recovery community.
