Nurse Practitioners Job at CODAC Behavioral Health Services

CODAC Behavioral Health Services Cranston, RI 02910

CODAC believes in saving lives by understanding the whole person. We tailor patient centered, wrap-around care to meet our patients’ needs. CODAC uses evidence based addiction treatment medicine and behavioral healthcare, combined with a compassionate presence. We offer hope for all who struggle with substance use and mental health disorders throughout Rhode Island.

CODAC has been a leader in addiction treatment in Rhode Island for over 40 years. We have 9 locations in two states (RI and MA). CODAC supports employees’ career growth by providing education and training in the latest treatment modalities and in sponsoring licensure.

Our innovative programs offer ongoing opportunities for career development in a variety of employment areas. CODAC is committed to providing the support needed by our team to achieve their career goals.

As a non-profit organization, CODAC’s benefits package includes: medical and dental insurance, life insurance, a 403b retirement plan, and some tuition reimbursement. Additional benefits include three weeks paid vacation, ten paid holidays, four personal days, earned wellness days annually, and eligibility for student loan forgiveness.

CODAC believes in its team. We welcome you to become a partner in CODAC’s vision

We are currently looking for

part time (10 hours a week) Nurse Practitioner for our East Bay and Pawtucket locations

part time (16 hours a week, Tuesday and Thursday) Nurse Practitioner for our Newport Mental Health location

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Perform complete initial assessment on patients to determining diagnosis and develop a plan of care including medication prescription if indicated
  • Provide timely documentation of each encounter with a patient including symptoms addressed, need for current treatment, and rationale for any changes in treatment
  • Approval of admission into CODAC Medication Assisted Treatment Program
  • Approval and determination of admission starting dose according to medical induction protocol
  • Consultation with supervisors, clinicians, mid-levels, and nurses on patient issues
  • See patients for admissions, annual physical exams, dose changes, methadone/Suboxone/ Vivitrol, patient dosing non-compliance, medical issues relating to addiction, and high-risk/complicated patients
  • On-call for dosing orders for nurses as needed
  • Sign orders for dosing, medication tapering requests, and take-home medication requests, and treatment plans
  • Review laboratory reports, EKGs, and hospital records
  • Comply with Federal Confidentiality Law to protect rights of the consumer
  • Attend meetings as required
  • Occasional on-call responsibility
  • Other functions normally associated with the medical protocols of CODAC’s Policy and Procedure
  • Perform other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS: Must be licensed by the State of Rhode Island and have received graduated from an accredited program. Must have an X-Waiver.

Codac Behavioral Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $79,694.20 - $158,326.47 per year

Medical specialties:

  • Psychiatry

Physical setting:

  • Clinic

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

Experience:

  • Addiction Medicance or Mental Health Treatment: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • RHode Island Medical License in Good Standing (Required)

Work Location: One location




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