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FlexStaff Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Addiction Treatment Center), 1-2 days/week, Canaan, CT in Canaan, Connecticut
Req Number 153764
We are looking for an Advanced Practice Nurse/Nurse Practitioner to work for one of our external clients, an in-patient addiction treatment center, located in Litchfield County, CT.
This is a part-time job, working 1 or 2 days per week, 8 hrs shifts, days.
Experience with substance abuse patients is required.
Hourly Pay: $85-87/hr.
In this role you will be conducting an initial history and physical examination, ordering and evaluating necessary lab tests, prescribing medications, and making referrals as needed. The individual will assess and monitor the client's physical condition and response to medications throughout the detoxification and residential phases.
Qualifications:
Master's Degree in Nursing or related field
Current APRN licensure in the state of Connecticut
Current RN licensure in the state of Connecticut
Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
Conduct physical exams, review medical histories, and identify medical issues for detox stays
Ensure clients are at the appropriate level of care for medically-monitored detox
Order diagnostic tests (labs, x-rays) as needed
Prescribe and adjust medications in detox and residential settings under the medical director's supervision
Refer clients to hospitals or specialists when necessary
Monitor withdrawal symptoms and manage health needs
Review lab results and follow up on abnormal values
Participate in treatment planning and identify care needs during detox and post-discharge
Complete paperwork, maintain health records, and provide health education to clients and staff
Address day-to-day health concerns in both detox and residential care settings
*Additional Salary Detail
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g. location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, and internal equity).
The salary range for this position is $85-$87/hour
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