Lead Nurse Practitioner

Job Description Job Description About Us: SCADP Southern California Alcohol and Drug Programs, Inc. (SCADP) was established in 1972 in a grassroots effort by community volunteers seeking alternatives for individuals with substance use disorder (SUD). SCADP is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization providing residential and outpatient substance abuse treatment. PAY RATE: $73.37 - $77.24 Per Hour BENEFITS: SCADP offers competitive medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits. Various SUD treatment Sites Clients are assessed using the full American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) assessment and receive the following services: Education and counseling groups, individual counseling sessions with Substance Abuse Specialist and/or a therapist, case management, transportation, and random drug screening. Services will be provided, free of cost, to Medi-Cal qualified individuals who meet medical necessity. Assistance with enrolling in Medi-Cal programs is available. JOB SUMMARY AND PURPOSE Under the direct supervision of the Medical Director and the Regional Clinical Director, the Lead Nurse Practitioner provides professional nursing services for the program. Acting both as a medical liaison and as a patient advocate, the Lead Nurse Practitioner will design a health services plan and work with the primary healthcare providers for the clients. Lead Nurse Practitioner will review and assist in developing policies and procedures/forms and workflows needed to carry out MAT implementation and detox services at all SCADP residential SUD sites. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides nursing services including: Physical exams, linkage to medication assisted treatment in collaboration with medical director, direct communication with medical providers, referrals to other provides and community health resources, general health instruction to clients, and instruction and in-servicing to counseling line staff including instruction on monitoring of self-administration of prescribed medication and withdrawal management. Designs and provides a comprehensive health services plan for each client that includes a broad range of medical services including assisting clients with physical and emotional needs, and referral to appropriate service providers Assesses patient for appropriate MAT medication related to substances of abuse Documents patient's current medication list, including: name of prescriber, names of medication, dosages, frequency, duration and start date Participates in weekly case review with Program Staff to ensure best quality care for clients, and continuous improvement of services. Acts as liaison between Program Staff and Medical Providers, in order to coordinate best care of clients Maintain electronic health records and hard copy documentation of all services provided Other Tasks that may be required by the Program Manager Qualifications REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to pass a fingerprint clearance, background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment and education verifications

EDUCATION:

Current and valid California licensed Nurse Practitioner Valid Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification

EXPERIENCE:

Two years of work experience as a Nurse Practitioner

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Nurse Science, or Public Health Administration (or closely related field) Culturally sensitive and demonstrated ability and effectiveness working with mental health, substance use disorder, and veterans Experience working with the homeless population Bilingual (English/Spanish – written and oral)

Southern California Alcohol and Drug Programs, Inc. (SCADP) iis an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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