Registered Nurse - MAT; PART TIME

Position: Registered Nurse - MAT (PART TIME)
MEDIKO:
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Our dedicated Healthcare Professionals find meaning, support and new opportunities to learn and grow their skills every day. It’s what sets us apart from other healthcare industries and drives our success in the correctional healthcare space.

Whether you are just graduating from nursing school or bringing years of experience to your new position at MEDIKO, you will benefit from our competitive compensation, commitment to safety and exposure to the diverse healthcare needs of the clients we serve.

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The Registered Nurse (RN) – MAT/MOUD Coordinator will provide direct, high-quality patient care in a correctional setting, with a specific focus on supporting inmates enrolled in the Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) and Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) programs. This includes conducting thorough assessments, administering MAT/MOUD medications, implementing individualized care plans, and responding to medical emergencies. The RN will collaborate with healthcare teams—including physicians, counselors, and mental health providers—to develop and monitor comprehensive patient care plans aimed at recovery and rehabilitation.

In addition to ensuring compliance with facility policies, state regulations, and infection control standards, the Registered Nurse (RN) – MAT/MOUD Coordinator will play a pivotal role in educating patients about MAT/MOUD medications, supporting their medication adherence, and fostering a recovery-focused environment. This role requires maintaining a safe and efficient healthcare environment while promoting positive patient health outcomes and long-term recovery.

How YOU can Make an Impact:

Provide Direct Patient Care:
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans for inmates, particularly those enrolled in the Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) or Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) programs, in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Initial and Ongoing Patient Assessments:
Conduct comprehensive medical screenings and assessments for all incoming inmates, with a focus on identifying candidates for MAT/MOUD. Provide ongoing healthcare as needed throughout their incarceration, including the management of opioid use disorders.

Administer MAT/MOUD and Other Medications:
Administer prescribed MAT/MOUD medications, including methadone, buprenorphine, or naltrexone, and other medical treatments in compliance with physician orders, facility protocols, and healthcare standards.

Provide Holistic Care:
Manage the care of patients with chronic conditions, acute illnesses, and mental health disorders, coordinating with interdisciplinary healthcare providers to address both physical and behavioral health needs. Ensure that care plans align with the patient’s overall recovery goals, particularly in relation to addiction treatment.

Respond to Medical Emergencies:
Respond to and manage medical emergencies, including trauma and medical crises, ensuring timely and appropriate interventions. Prioritize care for patients involved in MAT/MOUD programs, ensuring they receive necessary medical attention.

Document and Maintain Accurate Records:
Accurately document all patient assessments, treatments, progress, and outcomes in the electronic medical record (EMR) in accordance with facility policies and legal requirements. Ensure proper documentation for MAT/MOUD programs, including medication administration and adherence.

Compliance and Regulatory Adherence:
Maintain compliance with state, federal, and local healthcare regulations, as well as facility-specific policies and procedures related to MAT/MOUD and general patient care.

Interdisciplinary

Collaboration:

Collaborate with healthcare teams, including physicians, mental health professionals, addiction counselors, and correctional officers, to develop and implement comprehensive care plans, particularly for inmates enrolled in MAT/MOUD programs.

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