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Provide nursing care for patients receiving Medication Assisted Therapy for opioid addiction, focusing on health, substance abuse, and mental health treatment. Responsibilities include patient screening, medical assessments, care coordination, and documenting patient encounters in partnership with providers.
Requirements summary
Requires an Associate degree in nursing and a current, unrestricted Washington State Registered Nurse license. BLS certification is required within 60 days of hire, with a BSN and substance use disorder treatment experience preferred.
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Job description
Get to know Summit Pacific Medical Center
Your trusted partner in Health and Wellness, Summit Pacific is a vibrant and expanding public hospital district that operates a Critical Access Hospital with a Level IV trauma designation, three rural healthcare clinics, and a seven-day-a-week urgent care clinic. Our vision is “Through Summit Care, we will build the healthiest community in the Nation.” Our hospital is unique due to its size and accessibility. We pride ourselves on our ability to give patients quick access to a provider. Critical Access Hospital 24/7 Emergency Department Level II Cardiac Center Level III Stroke Center Level IV Trauma Care To learn more about Summit Pacific, visit www.summitpacificmedicalcenter.org
Pay
Range (depending on experience): $39.81 - $55.55 . Job Summary Provides nursing care for patients receiving Medication Assisted Therapy (MAT) for opioid addiction and is responsible for improving the care of the patient population across health, substance abuse and mental health treatment, promoting patient activation and empowerment for shared decision-making in treatment, and encouraging healthy behaviors, self-management of health, mental health, and substance abuse conditions. Job Specific Duties and Responsibilities *Provides safe and effective nursing care to MAT Clinic patients utilizing the nursing process. *Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates individual nursing care, as clinically appropriate. Conducts nursing procedures, therapies, tests, and services, as ordered by members of the medical staff and within scope of training. *Monitors the health status, treatment progress, and medication adherence of MAT patients. Provides direct medical care and support to patients, as well as medical support to buprenorphine prescribers. Duties include patient screening, medical assessment, substance use assessment, care coordination and planning, education on medication use, relapse prevention, support for an individual’s self-management and referral to appropriate services. Conducts motivational interviewing to patients in crisis, provides patient, family, and community education regarding OUD, recover resources, and overdose prevention. Performs on-the-spot care coordination for MAT clinic patients to connect them to community resources during walk-in clinic hours and appointments. Performs data collection and entry to support grant, quality improvement, and consortium initiatives. *Documents patient encounters, including HPI, exam, assessment, and plan, working in partnership with the provider. Maintains complete and accurate records. Participates in quality improvement programs and initiatives. Performs special projects and other related duties as assigned. *Essential Job Function
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Life Insurance
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Short-term Disability
Long-term Disability
Employee Wellness Program
Prescription Insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Healthcare FSA
Walking Trails
Fitness Classes
Daycare FSA
457 Retirement Account
Smoking Cessation Assistance
On-site Gym
403b Retirement Match
Subsidized Daycare
Staff
Member
Responsibilities
Adapts to changes in the work environment: Asks clarifying questions and/or provides constructive input in a professional manner.
Builds and maintains working relationships: Maintainseffecveworkingrelaonshipswithsupervisoranddirectco-workers.
Creates positive experiences for patients, customers and co-workers: Consistently provides a level of service that meets or exceeds SP standards.
Demonstrates ongoing learning & development: Pursues opportunities to increase mastery of assigned functions/tasks and develop new skills.
Fosters an environment of trust: Role models integrity by consistently doing the right thing.
Supports
SP mission, vision, and values: Develops awareness of departmental contribution to mission, vision and strategy. Participates in department strategies and tactics. Organizational Responsibilities In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed above, all employees are expected to adhere to Summit Pacific behavior and patient experience standards, comply with policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines; and act in an ethical, professional, respectful, and collaborative manner. Required Education and Experience Associate degree in nursing required. BSN preferred. Clinical experience with a substance use disorder treatment, preferred. Required Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations Current and unrestricted Washington State Registered Nurse license. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, required within 60 days of hire. Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Knowledge of nursing principles and procedures; knowledge and skill in techniques of good patient care. Ability to cultivate effective working relationships and work in collaboration with providers, other health care professionals, managers, and patients. Professional and effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to maintain accurate documentation and records. Proficient in the use of current technology, including Microsoft Office products. Ability to learn and effectively use electronic medical records and other systems and equipment. Physical Requirements Lifting Lifting items weighing less than 10 pounds is required occasionally (10–30% of the time). Lifting items weighing 10 to 35 pounds is required seldom (1–10% of the time). Lifting items weighing more than 35 pounds is required seldom (1–10% of the time). Carrying Carrying items weighing less than 10 pounds is required occasionally (10–30% of the time). Carrying items weighing 10 to 35 pounds is required seldom (1–10% of the time). Carrying items weighing more than 35 pounds is required seldom (1–10% of the time). Pushing/Pulling Pushing and pulling activities are required occasionally (10–30% of the time). Postural and Mobility Activities Sitting is required occasionally (10–30% of the time). Standing is required constantly (over 70% of the time). Walking is required constantly (over 70% of the time). Bending/Stooping is required occasionally (10–30% of the time). Crouching is required occasionally (10–30% of the time). Sensory Requirements Vision must be within normal range, with or without corrective devices. Hearing must be within normal range, with or without corrective devices. Speech must be within normal range, with or without corrective devices.
FTE: 1
Work
Shift:
RN
Contract 10 hour shifts in a 40 hour work week
Working
Location:
Elma,
Washington
Benefits: Our uniquely designed benefits are here to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally and achieving financial security! We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.
Benefits offered by
SPMC: Competitive Compensation Medical Prescription Dental (including Orthodontia) Vision Healthcare FSA and daycare FSA Daycare subsidized benefit Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Short- and long-term disability Generous employer 403b match contributions for retirement 457 retirement account for additional funds Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Tuition reimbursement Smoking Cessation Assistance Employee Wellness Program Employee Committees to participate in such as Spirit Team Beautiful on-site gym for employees Instructor led fitness classes for employees, including Yoga, Kettlebells and Bootcamps Walking trails on site
Additional Information
Summit Pacific is a vibrant and expanding nonprofit public hospital district serving east Grays Harbor County, Washington. Founded in 1982, Summit Pacific now operates three locations comprised of a critical access hospital, primary care clinics, an urgent care clinic and range of ancillary and specialty services. Far enough to have privacy and enjoy the small-town lifestyle, yet close enough to have the benefits of the city. There are many year-round recreational activities in and around Grays Harbor such as: Hiking/ walking trails – whether you’re looking for short easy walking trails or long hikes you can find many trails located either on site or just miles from Summit Pacific. There are many great hiking trails about an hour away at the Quinault Rainforest which is also the home of some of the largest trees in the world! Kayaking – There are many areas that are easily accessible and have beautiful views. Nature viewing – Multiple whale watching towers and tours, state parks, Olympic Game Farm (where you can feed the animals straight from your car) Fishing & Hunting – If you’re looking for areas to hunt/ fish or looking for guided tours this is a great area! Westport is just 42 miles away with many opportunities to catch or buy fresh fish off the docks! Other activities – Multiple museums, winery, arcades, rentable mopeds, Seabrook (vacation beach town), many areas to surf for experienced surfers and surfing lessons for those who want to learn. Nearby colleges – Grays Harbor College is a community college located in Aberdeen with other community colleges located in surrounding areas, as well as some state colleges and universities in other areas of WA state. Summit Pacific Medical Center is an equal opportunity provider and employer that is committed to a policy of non-discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, arrest and court record, sexual orientation, and status as a covered veteran. This policy covers admission and access to, and participation in, treatment and employment in the hospital’s programs, activities, services, and employment. This organization participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a service that verifies authorization to work in the U.S. through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the U.S. Department of Social Security (SSA). For further information on E-Verify contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218. Get to know Summit Pacific Medical Center: Your trusted partner in Health and Wellness, Summit Pacific is a vibrant and expanding public hospital district that operates a Critical Access Hospital with a Level IV trauma designation, three rural healthcare clinics, and a seven-day-a-week urgent care clinic. Our vision is “Through Summit Care, we will build the healthiest community in the Nation.” Our hospital is unique due to its size and accessibility. We pride ourselves on our ability to give patients quick access to a provider. Critical Access Hospital 24/7 Emergency Department Level II Cardiac Center Level III Stroke Center Level IV Trauma Care To learn more about Summit Pacific, visit www.summitpacificmedicalcenter.org Not finding the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Get Started below or create an account by clicking 'Sign In' at the top of the page to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!
