Addiction Medicine APP- MUSC Health Beaufort Memorial Hospital
JOB
Summary:
If a Nurse Practitioner:
Masters or Doctorate Degree in Nursing; Graduate of an approved NLN or equivalent nursing program
Experience:
Minimum of 3 years work experience as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in a substance use disorder ambulatory clinic, and familiarity with x-waiver, and Buprenorphine therapy preferred.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES:
If a Physician Assistant:
Must have/maintain current SC PA licensure If a Nurse Practitioner:
Current unrestricted SC Advance Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license with Prescriptive Authority required JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Must be able to communicate effectively with patients and colleagues in a fast-paced office environment Must be able to multi-task and handle a variety of issues at one time PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
Significant standing, sitting, bending, and some lifting; good manual dexterity, vision and hearing required.
Must be able to communicate effectively with patients and colleagues in a fast paced office environment.
Must be able to multi-task and handle a variety of issues at one time.
The work environment demands described above are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed.
They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
ONGOING COMPETENCIES (JOB SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES):
Perform initial and ongoing assessment of patients medical and psychosocial status Perform physical examinations based on age and history Conduct preventive screening procedures based on age and history Identify medical and health risks and needs, update and record changes in health status Formulate the appropriate differential diagnosis based on history, physical examination and clinical findings Identify the needs of the individual, family, or community as a result of the evaluation of the collected data Order appropriate diagnostic tests Prescribe medications under the guidelines of the South Carolina Nurse Practice Act and the U.
S.
Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Identify non-pharmacologic interventions Develop client education plans Order and interpret diagnostic tests Prescribe new medications (routine and PRN) and/or make medication adjustments as deemed necessary, including Schedule III-V drugs (with Prescriptive Authority) Appropriate consultation or referral will be initiated with the appropriate physician whenever the situation or patient condition exceeds the competence, scope of practice, or experience of the APP Documentation will be kept of all patient encounters including medical evaluations, diagnoses, procedures, treatment, outcomes, education, referrals, and consultations into the practices designated medical record.
Evaluation of clinical care will be provided through informal evaluation during consultations and case review; submission of at least 10% of patient records to physicians for review; and annual evaluation by the Supervising Physician to be considered in the APRNs annual BMH employee evaluation.
May be opportunities to teach both staff and community shareholders Treat substance use disorders primarily but not limited to opiate use disorder.
Medical management of other substance use disorders especially alcohol and coordination of care to community partners, counselors, etc.
Recommended Skills Certified Nurse Practitioner Clinical Works Communication Fine Motor Skills History Medical Records Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Summary:
If a Nurse Practitioner:
Masters or Doctorate Degree in Nursing; Graduate of an approved NLN or equivalent nursing program
Experience:
Minimum of 3 years work experience as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in a substance use disorder ambulatory clinic, and familiarity with x-waiver, and Buprenorphine therapy preferred.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES:
If a Physician Assistant:
Must have/maintain current SC PA licensure If a Nurse Practitioner:
Current unrestricted SC Advance Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license with Prescriptive Authority required JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Must be able to communicate effectively with patients and colleagues in a fast-paced office environment Must be able to multi-task and handle a variety of issues at one time PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
Significant standing, sitting, bending, and some lifting; good manual dexterity, vision and hearing required.
Must be able to communicate effectively with patients and colleagues in a fast paced office environment.
Must be able to multi-task and handle a variety of issues at one time.
The work environment demands described above are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed.
They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
ONGOING COMPETENCIES (JOB SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES):
Perform initial and ongoing assessment of patients medical and psychosocial status Perform physical examinations based on age and history Conduct preventive screening procedures based on age and history Identify medical and health risks and needs, update and record changes in health status Formulate the appropriate differential diagnosis based on history, physical examination and clinical findings Identify the needs of the individual, family, or community as a result of the evaluation of the collected data Order appropriate diagnostic tests Prescribe medications under the guidelines of the South Carolina Nurse Practice Act and the U.
S.
Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Identify non-pharmacologic interventions Develop client education plans Order and interpret diagnostic tests Prescribe new medications (routine and PRN) and/or make medication adjustments as deemed necessary, including Schedule III-V drugs (with Prescriptive Authority) Appropriate consultation or referral will be initiated with the appropriate physician whenever the situation or patient condition exceeds the competence, scope of practice, or experience of the APP Documentation will be kept of all patient encounters including medical evaluations, diagnoses, procedures, treatment, outcomes, education, referrals, and consultations into the practices designated medical record.
Evaluation of clinical care will be provided through informal evaluation during consultations and case review; submission of at least 10% of patient records to physicians for review; and annual evaluation by the Supervising Physician to be considered in the APRNs annual BMH employee evaluation.
May be opportunities to teach both staff and community shareholders Treat substance use disorders primarily but not limited to opiate use disorder.
Medical management of other substance use disorders especially alcohol and coordination of care to community partners, counselors, etc.
Recommended Skills Certified Nurse Practitioner Clinical Works Communication Fine Motor Skills History Medical Records Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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