What are the responsibilities and job description for the STAFF NURSE (TEMP) Ambulatory Care, Medication Addiction Treatment Program position at University of Michigan?
Job Summary
- Please note that these positions do not qualify for UMHS benefits and specific terms and conditions of employment are negotiated at the department level. These positions are not covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Michigan Nurses Association and the U-M Professional Nurse Council union.
- In addition:
- Once the employee meets the 400 hour threshold, they then are a union member for the duration of employment as Per Diem.
Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Responsibilities*
- Work as a member of the Addiction Consult Team and in a collaborative manner assess, develop, and implement a plan of care for patients with substance use disorders, including initiation of MOUD (medications for opioid use disorder) and MAUD (medications for alcohol use disorder).
- Advocate for patients with substance use disorders as well as educate patients and families on evidence-based treatments for substance use disorders, including MOUD (medications for opioid use disorder) and MAUD (medications for alcohol use disorder).
- Conduct initial brief assessments, introduces patients to MOUD programs and services, expedites appointments at MOUD-capable clinics, serves as the primary coach for their clients, and maintains ongoing contact with their panel.
- Assist with access to other services such as financial counseling, primary care, mental health services, social services, and residential treatment facilities.
Expectations
- Demonstrated critical thinking skills through use of the nursing process, excellent problem-solving skills, and demonstrated ability to set priorities.
- Demonstrated customer service, interpersonal communication skills, and the ability to build respectful relationships within and between units and individuals.
- Demonstrated accountability and dependability including a good attendance record with punctuality.
- Demonstrated adaptability to changing needs and priorities based on unit, department, and institutional goals/objectives.
- Demonstrated knowledge and skills providing patient and family education and coaching related to MOUD (medications for opioid use disorder) and MAUD (medications for alcohol use disorder).
- Proficiency with typing and electronic health record documentation.
- Ability to manage complex clinical issues utilizing assessment skills, protocols, and evidence-based interventions.
Nursing Specific Info
Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position.
If you have questions regarding this posting or would like assistance with nursing opportunities please contact Nurse Recruitment at (734) 936-5183.
Required Qualifications*
- Three (3) yrs (out of last 7 years) of RN experience in Adult Internal Medicine (to include Adult Inpatient, or Emergency Services, or Ambulatory Care Medicine Adult).
- 3-5 years of hospital discharge planning or case manager experience
RESUME REQUIRED (for both internal & external applicants):
You must attach a complete and accurate resume to be fully considered for this position.
NOTE:
Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position.
Desired Qualifications*
- BSN
- Certification in Case Management
- Certification in addiction/substance abuse
- Trained in Motivational Interviewing Techniques
- Experience in medication detoxification, inpatient addiction treatment nursing, or harm reduction programs
Work Schedule
Hours/Week: 20 hours per week
Shift/Hours/Days: Day Shift; Mon-Fri, (hours are variable), due to patient needs and volume demands weekends and holidays.
Location: MM University Hospital with potential to work in other locations with expansion of division.
Hours may be variable (nontraditional) based on clinic needs.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Additional Information
1. Each Per Diem or unit-based temporary employee working three or more shifts per scheduling period will be scheduled to work a minimum of two weekend shifts per scheduling period (8 hours = 1 shift). The contractual definition of a weekend applies for Per Diem or unit-based temporary employees.*
Per Diem or unit-based temporary nurses who preschedule two or fewer shifts per scheduling period do not have to meet the weekend requirements.
They may add additional UNANTICIPATED SHIFTS ONLY.
2. Each Per Diem or unit-based temporary nurse will be expected to work a portion of scheduled shifts on off shifts (recommended guide: 25%).
3. Managers may establish additional guidelines based upon individual unit scheduling requirements. Therefore, it is recommended that managers and per diem nurses or unit-based temporary meet to discuss specific unit
expectations.
4. Each Per Diem or unit-based temporary nurse will be scheduled to work the number of shifts during holiday weeks that reflects his/her normal scheduling pattern. Per Diem or unit-based temporary nurses should be scheduled to work shifts during three out of the six holiday weeks and one of these weeks should be Christmas or New Year's week. (A week is defined as Sunday through Saturday during which the holiday falls).
Per Diem or unit-based temporary nurses are to be scheduled after all regular staff are scheduled per contract language.
- Guidelines apply to all Per Diem or unit-based temporary nurses regardless of hire date.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Job Opening ID
261880
Working Title
STAFF NURSE (TEMP) Ambulatory Care, Medication Addiction Treatment Program
Job Title
STAFF NURSE (TEMP)
Work Location
Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Part-Time
Regular/Temporary
Temporary
FLSA Status
Nonexempt
Organizational Group
Um Hospital
Department
MM ACU Unallocated
Posting Begin/End Date
4/02/2025 - 4/09/2025
Career Interest
Nursing- Ambulatory Care and Clinics
Temporary Job Opening
