MAT Registered Nurse

Medication Assisted Treatment / Registered Nurse

Location : Brighton, CO

Schedule : Full-time, 32hrs Mon-Thurs

Position Overview

Under general supervision, performs professional nursing health care within the scope of practice for Registered Nurses in a detention / jail setting, to include Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT), Intake, and Discharge; performs related work as required or assigned.

Essential Duties

✓ Conduct thorough assessments of patients' medical history, allergies, substance use patterns, mental health status, physical health, and other relevant information to determine eligibility and appropriateness for medication-assisted treatment

✓ Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop individualized treatment plans tailored to patients' continued needs and goals

✓ Coordinate appropriate follow-up and referrals to ensure necessary medical services are scheduled promptly upon admission

✓ Administer medications for medication-assisted treatment and opioid use disorder, such as methadone, Suboxone, and Brixadi injections, as prescribed by the medical provider

✓ Monitor patients for medication effectiveness, side effects, and adherence

✓ Provide education to patients about medication-assisted treatment options, medication administration, potential side effects, and the importance of medication adherence in achieving recovery goals

✓ Educate patients regarding the importance of program compliance and completing program consents and agreements

✓ Monitor patients' progress throughout the course of treatment, regularly evaluating treatment efficacy and modifying treatment plans as needed to ensure optimal outcomes

✓ Coordinate care with other healthcare providers, community resources to facilitate comprehensive treatment and support services

✓ Assist with the discharge process, providing patients with appropriate post-release healthcare referrals and assisting in continuity of care planning

✓ Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, documenting assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices

✓ Participate in gathering data and compiling reports to reflect progress and productivity of program

✓ Provide immediate intervention and support to patients experiencing crises related to substance use, including overdose, withdrawal symptoms, or psychiatric emergencies

✓ Stay current with developments in the field of addiction medicine and medication-assisted treatment, participating in continuing education opportunities and professional organizations to enhance knowledge and skills

✓ Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Education / Experience Requirements

✓ Must possess and maintain an unrestricted license in good standing as a Registered Nurse in working state

✓ Two (2) years of nursing experience as a Registered Nurse

✓ One (1) year performing direct patient care and / or acute or urgent care

Additional Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Competencies

✓ Clear and effective verbal and written communication with all coworkers, supervisors, jail administration, and patients

✓ Excellent verbal and written comprehension

✓ Excellent deductive reasoning and problem-solving abilities

✓ Excellent organizational skills; independent worker and self-starter

✓ Ability to use a computer and use / learn a variety of software, including site-specific computer programs

✓ Must demonstrate ability to appropriately and safely use standard medical equipment

✓ Ability to respect the dignity and confidentiality of inmates

✓ Demonstrated proficiency in excellent customer service

Employment Requirements

✓ Must maintain all certifications, educational requirements, licensing, etc. for this position

✓ Must have current CPR / BLS certification

✓ Must have current TB test (taken within one year)

✓ Must adhere to all facility policies and procedures as well as the policies and procedures listed in the Employee Handbook

✓ Willing to assist coworkers in the job duties and work overtime if required; may act as a resource to other coworkers

✓ Maintains confidentiality, dignity, and security of health records and protected health information in compliance with HIPAA requirements

Security Requirements

✓ Must undergo security training and orientation on facility safety policies and procedures

Physical / Mental Requirements

This position routinely requires (but is not limited to) the following :

✓ Ability to both remain stationary and move / traverse throughout the facility, including up and down flights of stairs

✓ Ability to position oneself in different spaces

✓ Ability to convey and discern information in a conversation, frequently communicate with patients; must be able to exchange accurate information.

✓ Ability to identify and detect objects and assess situations from a variety of distances

✓ Ability to stay calm in stressful and demanding situations

✓ Frequently transports objects up to 50 pounds

Work Environment

Work is performed inside a correctional facility. Employees are exposed to some level of risk and / or harm by inmates including exposure to blood borne pathogens. Employee is expected to work in accordance with all security rules and regulations to minimize the risk of danger and / or harm to themselves or other employees.

Correctional Nurse / Correctional Healthcare / Correctional Nursing / Corrections / County Corrections / Corrections Nurse / Corrections Healthcare / Correctional Medicine / Forensic Nursing / Jail Nursing

Other

Employee must comply with all current and future State, Federal, and Local laws and regulations, court orders, Administrative Directives and standards and policies and procedures of the site where assigned, including those of professional organizations such as ACA, NCCHC, etc. Employee must treat every other member of the CorrHealth team, all correctional personnel, all inmates and third parties in the facility with the proper dignity and respect. Actions or communications that are inappropriate or degrading will not be tolerated.

Must be able to pass a background check and pre-employment drug test (as applicable).