Charge Nurse

Charge Nurse- Cayuga Addiction Recovery Services Ithaca Outpatient- Full Time- Days

Position Summary :

The Charge Nurse is a key clinical leader in the outpatient substance use treatment program, responsible for coordinating day-to-day patient flow, supervising nursing and support staff during clinical operations, and ensuring the safe and effective delivery of care-including Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT). The Charge Nurse serves as the on-site resource for clinical problem-solving, staff support, and patient advocacy, helping to maintain a recovery-oriented, trauma-informed environment for individuals receiving treatment for substance use disorders.

Key Responsibilities :

Clinic Flow and Operations

• Oversee daily clinic operations to ensure efficient patient flow through triage, provider visits, counseling, MAT dosing, and discharge processes.
• Act as the point person for immediate problem-solving related to staffing, scheduling, room utilization, patient concerns, and operational barriers.
• Coordinate staffing assignments based on patient acuity, clinic volume, and available resources.
• Communicate with providers, behavioral health staff, and administrative support to facilitate coordinated, team-based care delivery.

Clinical Leadership and Staff Support

Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Coordination

Patient Advocacy and Communication

Compliance and Documentation

Quality and Safety

Qualifications : Required :

Preferred :

Skills and Competencies :

Location and Travel Requirements :

Pay Range Disclosure :

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