Registered Nurse, MAT; 395 at The Centers

Cleveland, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Judgment, Patient Care, Medication Education, Assessment, Advocacy, Collaboration, Health Promotion, Documentation, Crisis Intervention, Medication Management, Triage, EMR Systems, Patient Monitoring, Education, Support, Community Linkage

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Job Summary Under the direction of the Nurse Manager and working as part of the Medication Assisted Treatment Team (MAT), the MAT Registered Nurse is responsible for providing services to patients with opioid dependency. Exercises sound, clinical judgment in decision making while providing quality patient care. Responsibilities include the ability to have sound, clinical judgment in decision making, conducting patient care assessments, advocacy, and integration of patient into treatment, recovery, and the identification of goals; performing ongoing assessment, evaluation, triage, education, induction, stabilization and monitoring of patients in the MAT program; assisting in the primary care of patients and collaborates with team members within the organization, outside referral sites, and patients’ significant support systems. Job Qualifications An unencumbered registered nurse license through the state of Ohio One year of experience working with adults with opioid dependence CPR certification and non-violent crisis intervention training (within 60 days of hire) Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities Assess, monitor, and provide ongoing management and support to patients through all phases of treatment including, the induction, stabilization, and maintenance phases of treatment. Provide registered nurse care appointments with patients on site and in collaboration with the MAT provider and support team. Meet with patients individually to provide comprehensive medication education. Involve family and/or significant others as needed and requested by the patient. Assess patients’ physical status and mental status and assesses for psychiatric symptoms, medication adherence, side effects, and safety factors. When patients agree, develop strategies to maximize the taking of medications as prescribed (e.g., behavioral tailoring, development of individual cues and reminders). Assist patients in developing a system to assure medication adherence. Assist patients in obtaining medications through medication assistance programs as needed. Assess medication for refill needs and takes action to ensure patient needs are met. Manages the medication system by administering and documenting medication treatment and acts as liaison to provider and pharmacies, promote, educate, and utilize the harm-reduction approach with patients. Engage in health promotion, prevention, and education activities (i.e., conduct assessments for risky behaviors and attempts behavior change). Link clients to internal and external lab services, pharmacies, primary care, specialties, case manager, counselor, and community support. Obtain and monitors patient urine toxicology screens, routine labs as needed, Coordinate, implement, administer IM injections, and performs venipuncture Collaborate in shared appointment with provider, especially if the patient is not doing well or needs a medication change or a dose change or having side effects. Consult with provider whenever necessary to advise patient of most appropriate action and reinforce plan of care. Utilize EMR systems including EPIC, REMS, OARRS, and CliniSync. Maintain complete and appropriate documentation with recordkeeping. Adhere to strict confidentiality and right to privacy. Provide triage line coverage when assigned. Participate in clinical team meetings and treatment planning to assure appropriateness and coordination of care. Maintain organization and safety regarding medications by storing and wasting them according to policy. Follow state and federal guidelines in providing care to patients with opioid dependency in collaboration with licensed, prescribing physicians and pharmacy. Other Job Duties & Responsibilities Other related duties as assigned. Supervisory This position does not supervise any position. Physical Demands/Work Environment This job operates in an outpatient, ambulatory clinic environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak and hear. The employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods of time, stand, walk, use hands and fingers, and reach with hands and arms. It requires the use of fine motor skills. May be required to stoop and bend. The incumbent in this position may be exposed to infectious blood and body fluids and airborne pathogens. To control the risks associated with such contact, persons in this role are required to use personal protective equipment as outlined in our safety programs. Travel and work outside of normal hours may be required for meetings, presentations, trainings, and other events. About The Centers The Centers fights for equity by healing, teaching, and inspiring individuals and families to reach their full potential. We provide health, family, and workforce services at 11 locations throughout Greater Cleveland, creating life-changing solutions for people to lead healthier and more successful lives. We provide high-quality healthcare to everyone who comes through our doors, regardless of their ability to pay. Our health care services include mental and physical health care, primary care, dental, behavioral health urgent care, pharmacy services, addiction and substance use treatment, HIV/AIDS prevention and support services, along with trauma recovery service. We strive to be an equitable, anti-racist, and service-oriented workplace that pioneers and co-creates solutions while fostering an inclusive community where our team members thrive. Wellbeing and Benefits Providing quality benefits to our staff is important to us. Just as important is our staff’s well-being. That’s why we offer a number of choices to meet the different needs of our staff. Choice of medical and dental plans Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Account for Health and Dependent Care Vision Support for continuing education and credential renewal Life Insurance Retirement Savings (401k) with a company contribution Mental Health Support Employee Assistance Program Calm Subscription Short and Longterm Disability The Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Responsibilities

The MAT Registered Nurse provides services to patients with opioid dependency, conducting assessments and integrating patients into treatment. Responsibilities include ongoing management, education, and collaboration with healthcare teams.