This part-time Nurse Practitioner position involves providing patient assessments, monitoring treatment, and participating in clinical staffing within a medical facility. The role requires working Saturday through Monday with 8-hour shifts, under the supervision of the Medical Director, with responsibilities including history taking, physical exams, medication management, and emergency evaluation when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform history and physical examinations on new patients admitted to the facility.
• Document weekly patient visits for medical progress review.
• Write orders for laboratory work and medications under the supervision of the physician.
• Conduct screening calls with direct backup from the supervising physician.
• Participate in clinical staffing of patients.
• Advise patients on medication side effects and proper usage.
• Document first dose dispensation and medication reconciliation.
• In life-threatening emergencies without the supervising physician present, initiate appropriate evaluation and treatment.

Compensation

• Compensation model: Other (W-2 tax status).

Benefits

• Malpractice insurance coverage provided.
• No health insurance coverage offered.

Shift & Schedule

• Part-time schedule with shifts from Saturday through Monday, 8 hours each.
• Variable schedule days and hours.
• Take screening calls with direct backup from the supervising physician.

Requirements

• Nurse Practitioner certification from an accredited institution.
• Current Registered Nurse license in the state.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Legible handwriting.
• Continuing education as required for licensure and certification.
• Minimum of one year experience in chemical dependency treatment preferred.
• Proof of current malpractice insurance coverage up to $1 million per occurrence.
• Ability to stand continuously for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
• Ability to physically assist disoriented or intoxicated patients weighing 140-170 lbs.
• Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and patients, and maintain alertness for safety.