Staff Nurse LPN

SUMMARY: The Medication Assisted Treatment Nurse provides quality nursing care and medication administration to patients with opiate use disorder and co-occurring diagnosis within the scope of practice and specific program expectations.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

• Safely dispense OUD medication as prescribed and continue to monitor patient for potential side effects.
• Follow protocols as established by programs Policy and Procedures and as outlined by the OUD Physician Order Sets.
• Evaluate and assess medical stability of established patients within program expectations and professional scope, identifying any special needs or circumstances that require licensed medical professional notification.
• Perform patient care activities within scope, according to program policy and procedures, medication orders, and other established patient care processes.
• Recognize and initiate appropriate response to crisis or emergency situations. Lift patient if necessary for safety.
• Participate in treatment team meetings, and similar other activities as needed.
• Provide care coordination, case management and patient health in individual or group settings.
• Work collaboratively with clinical and medical teams to ensure that safety and industry standards are maintained program wide.
• Administer and review PPD (Tuberculosis testing for purified protein derivative) as needed.
• Collect urinalysis sample, perform rapid toxicology screening, according to established policies as needed.
• Consistent attendance and punctuality are required of this position.
• Travel to sites to provide services or deliver medications as needed (if an approved driver)
• Achieve outcomes using methods that align with CODA’s mission and values:
  • Communicate accurately and positively about recovery and the use of evidence-based treatments.
  • Use data and science to identify barriers, overcome obstacles, and inform decisions.
  • Be financially responsible; avoid waste, document accurately, seek new opportunities to serve.
  • Demonstrate compassion and respect for others.
• Assisting with short-term coverage for additional clinical and administrative duties where needed.
• After hours, weekend (Saturday, Sunday), and holiday on-call services as required.

Provide information, assistance, and occasional training to other team members