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Registered Nurse - Ambulatory Addiction Medicine

University of Vermont Health - UVM Medical Center
  • Essex Junction, VT
    2 days ago

    Job Description

    Staff RN is an integral part of the Addiction Treatment Center (ATC) at The University of Vermont Medical Center. The ATC provides a range of evidence-based outpatient services to people with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions, including individual counseling, intensive group-based therapy, psychiatric assessment, and medication management. 

    The RN works as part of the multi-disciplinary team to support patients in the assessment and treatment process as well as providing care coordination to assist stable patients in transitioning to lower levels of care.

    The main responsibilities of the RN include but are not limited to:

    • assessing patient vitals and withdrawal symptoms,
    • coordinating patient care,
    • supporting physicians in prescribing medications for opioid, alcohol and tobacco use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions,
    • serving as main liaison with toxicology labs and pharmacies,
    • ensuring patients have their prescribed medications by coordinating with pharmacies and completing prior authorizations,
    • administering injectable medications,
    • monitoring patient progress in treatment through urine drug testing and prescription monitoring and documenting/communicating results,
    • triaging patient calls,
    • providing patient education,
    • engaging in multi-disciplinary rounds to determine patient care plans, and
    • coordinating the contingency management program and administering point-of-care testing.

     

    Experience

    • Three years of relevant RN experience with demonstrated competencies specific to behavioral health.
    • Experience working in the field of substance use disorders preferred.

    On-call: Not required.

    Requirements:

    • Current RN licensure or compact licensure recognized by the State of Vermont required.
    • ADN required, BSN preferred.
    • Appropriate experience in specific clinical area. Varies by unit.

    Our Total Rewards Package includes:

    • Health Care (Medical, Dental, Vision)
    • Flexible Spending Account
    • Retirement Benefits (403b)
    • Insurance Benefits (Life, Long-Term, Short-Term)
    • Paid time Time Off

    Joining our team has its perks:

    • We encourage professional growth and development
    • We ensure our nurses are truly happy and feel valued
    • We offer structured preceptorships and continuing education
    • We are committed to great patient ratios
    • Our team culture is unlike what you'll find at other hospitals
    • We've made significant investments in safe patient handling and mobility equipment
    • Nurses truly have a voice here through our shared governance

    About the Area

    Located in Burlington, the cultural hub of Vermont, you'll find all of the amenities of the best small cities, alongside the very best skiing and riding in the east (with six ski resorts within an hour of downtown). In Burlington, everyone can truly find what they're looking for to unwind; from Nordic skiing to mountain biking to backcountry touring.

    Burlington has a robust food and music scene, with entertainment options for all ages. Designated the "Healthiest City in the USA" by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Burlington ranked highest in exercise, and among the lowest in obesity, diabetes and other indicators of ill health.

    We offer a quality of life that is second to none in Burlington, the cultural hub of Vermont. With exciting signing incentives and relocation assistance, moving to Vermont has never been an easier decision.

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    Numbers & Facts

    LocationEssex Junction, VT

    Skills

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    • Psychiatry and Mental Healthunmatched
    • Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
    • Retirement Planunmatched
    • Toxicologyunmatched

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