Nurse Practitioner

Evolve Treatment Centers; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive detox center in Duluth, Georgia seeks a Nurse Practitioner to provide comprehensive patient care during detox. The ideal candidate will be responsible for physical examinations, developing health care plans, and prescribing medications. Candidates must hold an active Nurse Practitioner license and have at least 2 years of experience in a medical setting. This role is crucial for promoting patient recovery and working within a dedicated medical team.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing compassionate care to patients during detox.
• Ability to order and interpret lab tests for effective patient care.
• Minimum of 2 years' active practice experience in a medical environment.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient histories and physical exams upon admission.
• Develop health care plans in collaboration with the Medical Director.
• Prescribe medications and provide support throughout the detox process.
• Provide education related to medical issues and detox.
• Provide compassionate support through all process phases.
• Work with multidisciplinary team to discuss, access and resolve patient problems.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Patient assessment

Team collaboration

Education on medical issues

Education

Active and clean Family or Adult Nurse Practitioner license

CPR certification

Job description

Sunrise Detox

Position Title: Nurse Practitioner

Sunrise Detox is a premiere center for drug and alcohol detox. Sunrise promises to give you one of the most comfortable medical detox processes available. We believe in creating a different experience where our road to recovery is dignified. Our clients reside in comfortable modern, elegantly furnished rooms where good nutrition is also an essential part of the detoxification process. We offer individual and group counseling to clients and bring in 12‑Step meetings to show clients they are not alone once they leave treatment.

Job Description

The APN/ARNP is responsible for providing general care primarily for patients admitted to the facility. This position performs physical examinations and works closely with the Medical Director to develop the correct health care plans and goals for current patients.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Perform History and Physical for all patients within 24 hours of admission
• Order and interpret lab tests
• Prescribe non‑controlled medications and controlled substances
• Provide education related to medical issues and detox
• Provide compassionate support through all process phases
• Work with multidisciplinary team to discuss, access and resolve patient problems

Requirements

• Active and clean Family or Adult Nurse Practitioner license
• Substance abuse experience preferred but not required
• CPR certification
• Minimum 2 years’ experience

Schedule

• 4 to 6 hours per shift in the facility
• 3–4 shifts per month
• One weekend day may be required

Compensation

• Hourly rate competitive with experience and location

Important Information

This job does NOT sponsor visas and we are unable to consider out of country applicants.

Contact

Ray Davis – [e-mail]
Talent Acquisition Manager