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The Recovery Village

Behavioral health treatment network

Psychiatric and/or Family Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Inpatient

Advanced Practice ProvidersUpdated on Nov 12
Part-timeSalem, OR, USA$100 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

  • Graduated from an accredited Nursing Master’s Program with a Family Nurse Practitioner qualification or higher and a Psychiatric Nurse practice degree.
  • A licensed nurse with a Master’s degree or higher to practice as a Family Nurse Practitioner and a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in the appropriate state, as applicable, is required.
  • Depending on the state, a protocol agreement may need to be completed by the Nurse Practitioner and Medical Director.
  • Must have a Drug Enforcement Administration registration to prescribe controlled medications and training on Buprenorphine prescribing as outlined by the Drug Enforcement Administration in the state or states where working.
  • Drug Enforcement Administration-authorized prescribers must demonstrate completion of at least eight hours of educational training on the treatment and management of patients with opioid or other substance use disorders.
  • Depending on the state, a Drug Enforcement Administration registration may not be obtained until the protocol has been approved by the local nursing board; this is the only exception to not having it at hire.
  • Must be able to provide contact and backup numbers, be responsive and available when assigned on-call duties, and remain within one hour of the facility while on call.
  • Must understand and abide by safety, risk, infection-control, and other required guidelines.

Responsibilities

  • Provide medical care consistent with the organization’s philosophy and guidance from the Chief Medical Officer and Medical Director, including establishing rapport, systematically gathering data, determining treatment readiness, and applying accepted criteria for diagnosing substance use disorders.
  • Screen for co-occurring primary mental health issues.
  • Screen for substance use disorders, including psychoactive substance toxicity, intoxication, and withdrawal symptoms.
  • Apply knowledge of medications, assess medication complications, follow detoxification protocols, and prescribe medications as appropriate.
  • Screen for danger to self or others using an evidence-based assessment tool, including the Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale and Patient Health Questionnaire-9; analyze and interpret data to determine treatment recommendations and priorities.
  • Screen for nutritional deficiencies and intervene or refer for a nutrition consultation as appropriate.
  • Screen for pain and apply individualized pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic pain-treatment strategies based on the patient’s presentation, medical judgment, and the risks and benefits, including dependency, addiction, and abuse risks.
  • Use the electronic health record proficiently and complete and authenticate required documentation promptly and in compliance with company policies, state regulations, and Joint Commission standards, including psychiatric evaluations, physical examinations, medical progress notes, discharge summaries, medication and ancillary orders, allergies, diagnoses and updates, laboratory data interpretation, and review and documentation of HIV results; communicate positive sexually transmitted disease results to nursing for applicable state reporting and discuss treatment options with the patient.
  • Understand ASAM and Medical Needs criteria and document related decision-making and treatment planning.
  • Develop cost-effective methods for medically necessary therapeutic services with the Medical Director.
  • Assist in formulating and supporting high standards of patient care.
  • Review changes in level of care and provide peer reviews when required.
  • Provide support to Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and students as required.
  • If non-exempt, clock into ADP at the designated times.
  • Perform other tasks and duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in addiction medicine or primary behavioral health is preferred.
  • Familiarity with JCAHO and other indicated healthcare standards is preferred.
  • Familiarity with ASAM criteria and other indicated healthcare standards is preferred.
  • Ability to apply continuous quality improvement and performance improvement team philosophy and develop and apply organizational strategies.
  • Communication skills to relate to all levels of facility staff; self-motivation and confidence.

About the Company

The Recovery Village

Behavioral health treatment network

The Recovery Village works as a behavioral-health treatment network for substance-use and mental-health conditions. Its facilities and programs provide medical, clinical, residential, outpatient, and continuing-care services according to patient need. Its operating model is specific: multidisciplinary teams work with patients and families across treatment settings while centralized services support access and operations. Roles include nursing, therapy, medicine, behavioral health, admissions, facilities, and administration. The scope follows The Recovery Village network and does not promise a particular clinical result.

Company size
51-200
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Umatilla, OR
Founded
2013

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