MAT Nurse – Northeast

Wexford Health Sources, Inc.; Clayton (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual merit increase

Generous paid-time-off program

401(k) retirement savings plan

Comprehensive health insurance

Discounted tuition options

Pet insurance

Job summary

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is seeking a MAT Nurse in Clayton, NM, to provide skilled nursing care and medication-assisted treatment for patients with opioid use disorders.

The role involves administering treatment, assessing patients, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Candidates should hold a current LPN license and CPR certification, with two years of experience preferred. The position offers a variety of shift options and generous benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid LPN license in New Mexico.
• CPR certification is essential.
• Preferred minimum of two years of nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Administer and monitor MOUD medications.
• Assess and support patients during treatment phases.
• Coordinate care with treatment team members.
• Provide patient education and respond to sick calls.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation.

Skills

Medication-assisted treatment

Patient assessment and monitoring

Collaboration with treatment teams

Patient education

Advocacy

Education

Current, unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

CPR certification

Job description

POSITION: MAT Nurse

Schedule: Opportunities available for day, evening, and night shifts
Facility: Northeast CF
Location: Clayton, NM

Are you ready to use your nursing skills to support recovery and help patients build healthier futures?

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. has been a leader in correctional healthcare for over 30 years, providing compassionate, evidence-based care to underserved populations. As a MOUD/MAT Nurse, you'll play a vital role in supporting individuals with opioid use disorders through every stage of treatment and recovery.

Position Summary

As a MOUD/MAT Nurse, you'll provide skilled nursing care and medication‑assisted treatment services to patients with opioid use disorders. Working closely with an interdisciplinary treatment team, you will:

• Administer and monitor MOUD medications, including observed dosing, injections, and oral formulations
• Assess and monitor patients throughout the induction, stabilization, and maintenance phases of treatment
• Collaborate with providers, behavioral health staff, pharmacies, and treatment team members to coordinate patient care
• Respond to sick calls, provide patient education, conduct medication monitoring, and support continuity of care
• Serve as a patient advocate while promoting a non‑judgmental, recovery‑focused approach to treatment
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with clinical, regulatory, and confidentiality requirements

Your role goes beyond nursing care. You'll help patients take meaningful steps toward recovery, stability, and a healthier future.

Why Work with Wexford Health?

• Performance check‑ins with annual merit increase
• Generous paid‑time‑off program that combines vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Cross/Blue Shield
• Dental and Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Company‑paid short‑term disability and life insurance
• Non‑taxed Healthcare and dependent care spending account
• Continuing education options
• Free CEUs
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible pay options, including Wisely Card and PayPal
• Discounted Tuition at University of North Alabama, Chamberlain University, Salem University, and Southern New Hampshire University
• Partnership discounts on student loan refinancing, home/auto insurance, travel, electronics, entertainment, restaurants, health and wellness, and more!

What You’ll Need

• Current, unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of practice
• Current CPR certification
• Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer

We celebrate diversity and welcome all qualified candidates.