![Hartford HealthCare](https://media.trabajo.org/img/noimg.jpg)
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant – Addiction Treatment Medical Staff Office
2 months ago
Description
Job Schedule: Full TimeStandard Hours: 40
Job Shift: Shift 1
Shift Details:
Work where every moment matters.
Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.
Hartford HealthCare’s Behavioral Health Network (HHC BHN), the largest and most comprehensive behavioral health system in New England, has a new opportunity available for a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to provide admission physical exams, psychiatric evaluations and medication management at The Ridge, a newly created residential addiction treatment facility, located in Windham, CT.
Some highlights of this opportunity include:
- A well-resourced 36 bed residential addiction treatment facility with 17 detox beds
- The opportunity to join on the exciting new treatment facility that has the full support of not just the Rushford network, but the entire integrated system of Hartford HealthCare
- Responsibilities include providing physical exams for newly admitted patients and managing their medical care during their stay
- Close proximity UConn campus, which boasts a variety of dining experiences, arts and culture
- Quick and direct access to hiking and biking trails to submerse in the serene landscapes of the Connecticut’s East Region
- Close to RI, MA borders; easy to access MA turnpike
- We prioritize your development and wellbeing through the respected HHC Provider Leadership Development Institute and the groundbreaking Office of Provider Wellness
- Competitive salary plus comprehensive benefits including low cost, high quality medical/dental, STD/LTD, matching 401(k), generous paid time off, CME, and more
- Eligibility to apply for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Rushford Center, one of Connecticut’s leading providers of addiction and mental health services, is nationally recognized for delivering outstanding prevention, treatment and recovery programs. We offer a wide range of programs including Acute Care and Evaluation, Residential Addiction Treatment, Individual, Group & Family Therapy, Intensive Outpatient programs and Community Support Programs. Through the passion of our specialists, we continue to treat every patient with care, compassion and respect, while providing affordable and accessible services.
POSITION SUMMARY/PURPOSE
Practitioners are responsible for providing physical exams, psychiatric evaluations and addiction treatment including: diagnosis; prescribing; coordination of care, and patient education. Primary responsibilities will be in the inpatient withdrawal management and residential program, but may include Partial Hospital, Outpatient and community settings as determined by the Medical Director. The practitioners will work closely with the Residential Medical Director, staff psychiatrists, and clinicians in a patient centered multidisciplinary treatment team approach. The practitioner will hold licensure through the State of CT Department of Public Health and be credentialed through the medical staff of Rushford.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Evaluate patients through detailed physical exam, a full review of psychosocial comprehensive assessments, and development of a detailed medical history.
2. Orders/performs appropriate laboratory diagnostic and other screening tests. Seeks other information as needed, including consultation with primary care physicians and medical specialists.
3. In collaboration with clinical and nursing staff, develops and implements a treatment plan that involves and includes the patient in active participation in treatment. And revises the plan as indicated.
4. Writes orders for medications, treatments and other matters pertaining to patients care.
5. Writes progress notes on patient’s charts indicating patient status and treatment recommended.
6. Provides education to individuals or groups as appropriate and requested by the Medical Director.
7. Assumes care for physical and psychological needs of patients during examinations and provides emotional support to family members when appropriate.
8. Charts observations, test results and all patient communication in the medical record as directed by Rushford policy and procedure.
9. Ensures accurate maintenance of patient’s medical records and that patient records are treated as confidential information.
10. Advises patients on use of various medication including dosage, side effects and composition.
11. Reviews and interprets results of diagnostic studies and tests, consults with supervisory physician when appropriate, incorporates information into plan of care.
12. Determines and discusses diagnosis with patient, documents information on charts including billing codes.
13. Recommends and develops new services and programs.
14. Participates in peer review, chart reviews, staff education, clinical guidelines development, and other continuing education and quality assurance activities to demonstrate compliance with standards.
15. Displays and upholds Rushford core values of dignity, compassion, service excellence, community and integrity. Consistently demonstrates caring for patients, for one another, and for the organization they are part of, and contributes to building trust, pride and camaraderie.
JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL REQUIREMENTS, AND DESIRED ATTRIBUTES
1. Knowledge of advanced practice of nursing/PA-C including anatomy and physiology, psychosocial/family systems, drug and alcohol addiction, diagnostic testing, interpretation of results and clinical decision making.
2. Knowledge of professional nursing theory/PA-C, practices and regulations related to evaluating and providing patient care, and professional ethics related to the delivery of nursing care.
3. Maintains good relations and fosters effective public relations with patients, medical staff and other departments as well as other hospitals and outside programs and providers that use services.
4. Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement program, safety, environmental and infection control standards and participates in assigned quality improvement efforts and development of new procedures for patient care.
5. Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in service meetings, and workshops and incorporates information for improving patient care.
6. Attends clinical disposition, supervision, and case review meetings as required.
7. Meets the established quality and productivity measure of the department.
8. Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse is a certified clinical nurse specialist. The PA holds a National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants certificate and PA-C designation. CPR certification required. The job also requires an active CT DEA/CT Controlled Substance license.
EXPERIENCE
We take great care of careers.
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment
-
Nurse Practitioner
1 day ago
Manchester, New Hampshire, United States New Season Full timeAbout New SeasonNew Season Treatment Centers is a leading national healthcare service provider of outpatient treatment centers specializing in providing safe, quality, and best-in-class care for individuals living with Opioid Use Disorder (OUD).With over 70 treatment centers in multiple states, our team members are engaged in medication-assisted treatment,...
-
Nurse Practitioner
1 day ago
Manchester, New Hampshire, United States New Season Full timeAbout New SeasonNew Season Treatment Centers is a leading national healthcare service provider of outpatient treatment centers specializing in providing safe, quality, and best-in-class care for individuals living with Opioid Use Disorder (OUD).With over 70 treatment centers in multiple states, our team members are engaged in medication-assisted treatment,...
-
Medical Director
1 month ago
Manchester, United States New Season Full timeJob Summary:Responsible for all medical services performed by the treatment center. Provides medical oversight and leadership to the varying clinical staff under their supervision to ensure the quality of care is provided to our patients. Essential Functions: Provides and/or ensures, via physician extenders, a physical examination of all patients upon...
-
Physician Office, Medical Assistant
3 weeks ago
Manchester, United States ECHN Full timeM-F, no weekends!# # POSITION SUMMARY: Medical Assistants support providers in ECMPF medical office settings. They are multi-skilled, assume a wide range of roles and are viewed as vital partners in providing quality patient care and increasing medical office productivity.# Medical Assistants handle both administrative and clinical duties and must...
-
Physician Office, Medical Assistant
4 weeks ago
Manchester, United States ECHN Full time# POSITION SUMMARY: Medical Assistants support providers in ECMPF medical office settings. They are multi-skilled, assume a wide range of roles and are viewed as vital partners in provider quality patient care and increasing medical office productivity.# Medical Assistants handle both administrative and clinical duties and must demonstrate acute attention to...
-
Physician Office, Medical Assistant
3 months ago
Manchester, CT, United States ECHN Full timePOSITION SUMMARY: Medical Assistants support providers in ECMPF medical office settings. They are multi-skilled, assume a wide range of roles and are viewed as vital partners in provider quality patient care and increasing medical office productivity.# Medical Assistants handle both administrative and clinical duties and must demonstrate acute attention to...
-
Physician Office, Medical Assistant
3 months ago
Manchester, CT, United States ECHN Full timePOSITION SUMMARY: Medical Assistants support providers in ECMPF medical office settings. They are multi-skilled, assume a wide range of roles and are viewed as vital partners in providing quality patient care and increasing medical office productivity.# Medical Assistants handle both administrative and clinical duties and must demonstrate acute attention to...
-
NURSE PRACTITIONER
2 months ago
Manchester, United States THE MENTAL HEALTH CENTER OF GREATER MANCHESTER INC Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:NURSE PRACTITIONERMANCHESTER, NH • Medical StaffDescriptionThere are many reasons why people choose MHCGM. Find Your Why.NURSE PRACTITIONER - Medical StaffDetail-oriented Nurse Practitioner (APRN) to take a lead clinical role in a mental health outpatient setting and/or inpatient adult unit that employs a...
-
Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner
3 months ago
Manchester, United States ConvenientMD Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Title: Advanced PractitionerAt ConvenientMD we’re on a mission to make good health more convenient for all - working to improve how patients and providers experience healthcare in New England. To support this belief, we’re building a team of dedicated professionals who genuinely care about improving lives, are passionate...
-
TC ARNP
2 days ago
Manchester, United States New Season Full timeJob DescriptionNew Season For over 30 years, New Season Treatment Centers have been a leading national health care service provider of outpatient treatment centers that specialize in providing safe, quality and best in class care for individuals living with Opioid Use Disorder ("OUD"). Operating in over 70 treatment centers in multiple states, our team...
-
TC ARNP
2 days ago
Manchester, United States New Season Full timeJob DescriptionNew SeasonFor over 30 years, New Season Treatment Centers have been a leading national health care service provider of outpatient treatment centers that specialize in providing safe, quality and best in class care for individuals living with Opioid Use Disorder ("OUD").Operating in over 70 treatment centers in multiple states, our team members...
-
Addiction Treatment Counselor
5 days ago
Manchester, New Hampshire, United States Avenues Recovery Full timeSubstance Abuse Counselor PositionAbout Avenues RecoveryAvenues Recovery is a prominent network of addiction rehabilitation centers dedicated to providing effective treatment solutions across various locations. Our evidence-based methodologies have empowered countless individuals to triumph over substance dependency. Our passionate team of experts is devoted...
-
Addiction Treatment Counselor
16 hours ago
Manchester, New Hampshire, United States Avenues Recovery Full timeSubstance Abuse Counselor PositionAbout Avenues RecoveryAvenues Recovery is a prominent network of addiction rehabilitation centers dedicated to providing effective treatment solutions across various locations. Our mission is to empower individuals to overcome substance dependency through evidence-based methodologies and compassionate care.Core...
-
Licensed Practical Nurse, Medical Office
3 days ago
Manchester, United States Eastern Connecticut Health Network Full timeNEW HIRE SIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLE POSITION - $5K! # POSITION SUMMARY: The Medical Office LPN provides direct and indirect professional nursing care for patients following established standards and practices.# Assists providers and staff in coordination of patient care.# Functions as primary liaison between providers and physicians.# LPNs handle both...
-
Manchester, United States Archway Physician Recruitment Full time**NICU Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistant openings in Manchester, CT** - A Level 2 Neonatology (NICU) hospital - Full-time or part-time - 24 or 32 hours per week flexible work schedule - A multi-disciplinary team approach and the support of a strong partnership with Neonatologists from one of the top childrens hospitals in the nation for...
-
Nurse Practitioner
1 month ago
Manchester, United States Hartford Healthcare Full timeDescription Job Schedule: Full Time Standard Hours: 40 Job Shift: Shift 1 Shift Details: Monday-Friday, 8a-430pm Work where every moment matters. Every day, almost 20,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most...
-
Licensed Practical Nurse, Medical Office
1 month ago
Manchester, United States Eastern Connecticut Health Network, Inc. Full timeNEW HIRE SIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLE POSITION - $5K! POSITION SUMMARY: The Medical Office LPN provides direct and indirect professional nursing care for patients following established standards and practices. Assists providers and staff in coordination of patient care. Functions as primary liaison between providers and physicians. LPNs handle both administrative...
-
Licensed Practical Nurse, Medical Office
2 weeks ago
Manchester, NH, United States ECHN Full timePOSITION SUMMARY: The Medical Office LPN provides direct and indirect professional nursing care for patients following established standards and practices.# Assists providers and staff in coordination of patient care.# Functions as primary liaison between providers and physicians.# LPNs handle both administrative and clinical duties and must demonstrate...
-
Nurse Practitioner
4 days ago
Manchester Township, United States Pain Management office Full timeGarden State Medical Center is a multi-specialty group with 7 locations in Ocean County and surrounding areas. We are looking to add a Nurse Practitioner to our busy pain medicine department ASAP.We are seeking a flexible, full-time, well-motivated individual who is interested in interventional pain management. This individual must be dedicated to providing...
-
Nurse Practitioner
1 week ago
Manchester Township, United States Pain Management office Full time $58Garden State Medical Center is a multi-specialty group with 7 locations in Ocean County and surrounding areas. We are looking to add a Nurse Practitioner to our busy pain medicine department ASAP.Increase your chances of reaching the interview stage by reading the complete job description and applying promptly.We are seeking a flexible, full-time,...