Nurse Practitioner

Job Description

Job Description

Wellbridge is committed to creating an environment where those struggling with substance use disorders can find hope, healing, and a path toward recovery. We believe in prioritizing patient-centered care, ensuring that each person who walks through our doors receives the utmost compassion and support on their journey to wellness. We invite you to explore a career with Wellbridge and are proud to offer comprehensive and affordable benefits including lifestyle perks such as free cafeteria service and an on-site gym / wellness center!

Nurse Practitioner - Full Time. Per Diem Weekends also available.

This position serves as one of Wellbridge’s primary general medical clinicians and works closely with interdisciplinary group of physicians responsible for the day-to-day operation throughout our campus. Carries out the Wellbridge vision, values and overall strategic planning, clinical management, patient care, and quality management. Promotes service standards and creates a patient-focused caring environment while addressing and meeting the individual needs of all patients. Fosters an environment of collaboration and respect with physician colleagues, nurses, therapists, counselors, and other healthcare team members.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program

Current licensure as a Registered Nurse Practitioner in New York State

BLS, required. ACLS or other certification, as required by department. Certifications must be obtained within one (1) month of employment.

Demonstrate an understanding of clinical risk

Demonstrate consistent professional conduct

Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications

Buprenorphine waiver (DATA 2000), or must obtain within first three (3) months of employment

National certification in nurse practitioner specialty (ANCC, AACP or NAPNAP)

Clinical experience providing treatment for addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders

Experience with addiction inpatient, rehabilitation and / or residential environments

Experience with therapeutic groups (preferably addiction-oriented), therapeutic communities, and inpatient care

Experience evaluating program effectiveness and implementing data-driven process improvement, preferably in medical education or hospital administration

Experience working as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Strong problem solving, conceptual, analytical, and communication skills

Ability to create a positive, respectful, collaborative, and team-focused environment