MAT/Recovery Care Nurse - Henderson Outpatient Clinic - Military veterans preferred

This nurse will assist with the Medication assisted treatment and recovery care program as assigned by the MAT coordinator. Duties include but are not limited to; injections, intakes, inductions, assessments, follow up UDS and pill counts, client call back and scheduling. This position does travel to outlying clinics. Assists with Physical Health care as needed. The nurse is a positive team player that promotes a culture of inclusion and participation.

Essential Functions:

• Practices within the scope of nursing as outline by KY State Board of Nursing.
• Maintains current KY state nursing license and CPR.
• Maintains and updates the client’s medications record to reflect medications used and to monitor potential adverse effects. Documents all medication activity in the client record. Requests KASPERS as directed by Physician.
• Obtains KASPERS as directed by Physician and forwards results to requesting provider for review and signature.
• Identifies and reports any known refill or health record errors.
• Maintains security of patient injectable medications in nurses’ office. Administers medications as ordered by providers with adherence to OSHA and state guidelines.
• Oversees the processing of applications for patient care assistance and maintain the security of the PAP medications until patients pick them up from our clinic.
• Obtains vital signs and documents results as required and when requested by providers.
• Completes client assessments, inductions, and follow up within the MAT program requirements.
• Attends MAT treatment team meetings and works in a team function to provide care.

Patient Communications and Medication Information:

• Provides atmosphere of customer service by assuring that clients are treated in a friendly and respectful manner.
• Verifies medication dose and assures that patients have the necessary documentation to obtain refills as prescribed.
• Provides clients and family with medication education. Extends a welcoming, reassuring presence to all patients regarding medication issues and physician instructions. Reviews medications with patient following physician completion and signature. Reviews physician instructions with patients and ensures that follow up is scheduled as ordered.? Documents all such direct patient contacts, as directed, in the record.
• Maintains client’s medication records according to Agency policies.
• Assists with all urgent matters, crises, and other client interactions as requested
• Answers Triage phone calls and provides support to the physicians and the APRN. Responds to patient questions and phone calls.?
• Reviews all lab work and result. Forwards results to Physician/APRN and discusses results with patients as per providers’ recommendations.

Department/Company Needs:

• Participates as an active member of the Physician Clinic Staff and attends meetings as scheduled.
• Acts as back up for front office staff. Assists with coverage of all BOR duties.
• Acts as back up for MA. Assists with coverage of all SRNA/ CNA duties.
• Maintains annual training
• Fosters collaborative working relationships among members of the leadership and management teams and programs.
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

• Associates required, Bachelors preferred
• Active KY RN license
• Preferred Three (3) years of psychiatric or substance use treatment experience

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations related to MAT programs.

We offer:

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental, vision, long-term disability, and Teledoc
• Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Holiday pay
• State Sponsored Pension and Retirement planning
• Mileage reimbursement for work-related driving
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employment Referral Program