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Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Addiction Medicine in Hazelton, PA

LocumJobsOnlinePittsburgh, Pennsylvania, US

22 days ago

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Part-time

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Job description

LocumJobsOnline is working with GHR Healthcare to find a qualified Addiction Medicine NP in Hazelton, Pennsylvania, 18201!

About The Position

Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner Jobs – Inpatient Detox Clinic (Part-Time) in Hazelton, Pennsylvania

Job description :

Advance your healthcare career as a Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner in Hazelton, PA (18201), working with a compassionate team in an inpatient drug and alcohol detox clinic. This part-time healthcare job offers flexible hours and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in addiction medicine. Hazelton is a welcoming Pennsylvania community, ideal for Nurse Practitioners seeking rewarding clinical support roles in a scenic location.

Key Job Details – Pennsylvania Healthcare Opportunity

Location : Hazelton, PA 18201 – Pennsylvania nursing jobs in a friendly, close-knit community with access to outdoor recreation and local amenities.
Setting : Inpatient drug / alcohol detox and residential treatment facility
Employment Type : Locum tenens (contract / part-time)
Duration : 13 weeks with option to extend
Shifts per Week : 3
Shift Duration : 1–2 hours per day
Hours per Week : Approximately 6 (may vary based on patient intake)
Start Date : September 22, 2025
Schedule : Flexible daytime hours; occasional weekend or virtual coverage may be needed

Nurse Practitioner Qualifications

Active Nurse Practitioner license in Pennsylvania

DEA and NPI numbers required

BLS / ACLS certification

Minimum 1–2 years of clinical experience (no new grads)

Experience in addiction medicine, detox, or behavioral health settings preferred

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team

Proficiency with EMR systems (Kipu experience a plus)

Healthcare Job Responsibilities

Conduct initial wellness exams and health & physicals for new detox admissions

Review and finalize detox orders; manage medication protocols for inpatient care

Perform weekly follow-up visits for patients in residential treatment

Respond to patient sick calls and collaborate with nursing staff for ongoing clinical support

Provide orders for admissions and address emergent needs as reported by nursing staff

Document all patient interactions and care plans in the EMR system

Participate in occasional virtual check-ins as needed

Apply now to join our healthcare team in Hazelton, Pennsylvania and make a difference in addiction medicine!

Job Type : Part-time

Work Location : In person

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