Medication Assisted Treatment Nurse - RN

CODA; Seaside (OR); On-site; USD 66,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

CODA in Seaside, Oregon is seeking a full-time Medication Assisted Treatment Nurse (RN/LPN) to provide nursing care and medication administration for patients with opiate use disorder. You will work in a MAT environment, ensuring safety, accuracy, and compliance with program expectations.

The role emphasizes collaboration with clinical teams, care coordination, and after-hours on-call duties. A 4-year nursing degree and Oregon licensure are required.

Qualifications

• Current, unencumbered Oregon RN or LPN license.
• Completion of an accredited nursing program with ≥500 hours direct patient contact.
• Experience with substance use disorder or mental health population preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely dispense OUD medication and monitor for side effects.
• Follow program policies and physician order sets.
• Evaluate medical stability within program expectations.
• Provide direct patient care per policy and orders.
• Recognize and respond to crises or emergencies.
• Participate in treatment team meetings and care coordination.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to maintain safety and standards.
• Administer and review PPD tests and urinalysis as needed.
• Travel to sites to deliver services or medications if driving.
• Maintain punctuality and reliability; on-call after hours/weekends/holidays.
• Provide information and occasional training to team members.

Skills

Medication administration

OUD treatment

Patient safety

Communication

Team collaboration

EMR familiarity

Education

4 Year Degree

Tools

MS Office

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Seaside, OR 97138Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $48.00 - $52.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NegligibleJob Shift: DayThis is a Full Time Staff Nurse - RN position in an OTP MAT environment in Seaside Oregon

SUMMARY

The Medication Assisted Treatment Nurse provides quality nursing care and medication administration to patients with opiate use disorder and co-occurring diagnosis within the scope of practice and specific program expectations.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

• Safely dispense OUD medication as prescribed and continue to monitor patient for potential side effects.
• Follow protocols as established by programs Policy and Procedures and as outlined by the OUD Physician Order Sets.
• Evaluate and assess medical stability of established patients within program expectations and professional scope, identifying any special needs or circumstances that require licensed medical professional notification.
• Perform patient care activities within scope, according to program policy and procedures, medication orders, and other established patient care processes.
• Recognize and initiate appropriate response to crisis or emergency situations. Lift patient if necessary for safety.
• Participate in treatment team meetings, and similar other activities as needed.
• Provide care coordination, case management and patient health in individual or group settings.
• Work collaboratively with clinical and medical teams to ensure that safety and industry standards are maintained program wide.
• Administer and review PPD (Tuberculosis testing for purified protein derivative) as needed.
• Collect urinalysis sample, perform rapid toxicology screening, according to established policies as needed.
• Consistent attendance and punctuality are required of this position.
• Travel to sites to provide services or deliver medications as needed (if an approved driver)
• Achieve outcomes using methods that align with CODA’s mission and values:
  • Communicate accurately and positively about recovery and the use of evidence-based treatments.
  • Use data and science to identify barriers, overcome obstacles, and inform decisions.
  • Be financially responsible; avoid waste, document accurately, seek new opportunities to serve.
  • Demonstrate compassion and respect for others.
• Assisting with short-term coverage for additional clinical and administrative duties where needed.
• After hours, weekend (Saturday, Sunday), and holiday on-call services as required.
• Provide information, assistance, and occasional training to other team members

QualificationsEXPERIENCE: REQUIRED EDUCATION AND

• Current, unencumbered Oregon Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure.
• Completion of an accredited nursing education program that includes at least 500 hours of direct patient contact.
• Experience with substance use disorder or mental health population preferred.

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

• Demonstrated consistency in the application of “6 Rights” of medication administration.
• Demonstrated understanding of and ability to adhere to established principles of patient safety.
• Make judgments in practice, substantiated with evidence, that integrate nursing science in the provision of safe, quality care and that promote the health of patients within a family and community context.
• Ability to utilize both oral and written communications skills to effectively communicate with clients, co-workers, community resources, supervisors,and various other individuals encountered in the course of performing work while maintaining client confidentiality and establishing professional rapport.
• Ability to maintain professional communications and boundaries while managing complex situations and interacting with individuals diagnosed with substance use or co-occurring conditions.
• Ability to operate a computer, utilize basic MS Office programs, and effectively navigate and maintain client records in an electronic medical records system.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:

• Current, unencumbered Oregon RN or LPN license.
• May need a current Oregon or Washington driver’s license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to acquire within one month of hire.
• Crisis prevention training completion within 90 days of hire.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to perform Basic Life Support for 15 minutes continuously and maintain BLS certification.
• Must be able to safely operate a motor vehicle (if required to drive).
• Must be able to follow proper protocol while interacting directly with patients and working in a clinical environment.
• Must be able to operate a personal computer, including reading from a computer monitor, keyboarding, and using a mouse.
• Must be able to negotiate staircase, reach, bend, and handle objects.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of chemical dependency preferred.
• A negative result on all pre-employment, reasonable basis, and post-accident drug screens.
• An acceptable criminal record as determined by DHS, the Oregon Administrative Rules, and the Oregon Revised Statutes.
• An acceptable driving record and the recommended amount of personal automobile insurance as determined by CODA’s automobile insurance provider (if driving is required).