Opioid Treatment Nurse

Easterseals PORT; New Bern (NC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Disability insurance

403(b) plan

EAP and legal services

PSLF eligible

Training opportunities

Job summary

Easterseals PORT Health in New Bern, NC is seeking an Opioid Treatment Nurse to join our on-site team. The role offers a 5am–1pm schedule, every other weekend, and a pay range of $27.00–$30.00 per hour based on experience.

Join a compassionate organization delivering disability, mental health, and substance use services with opportunities for professional growth and development alongside clinicians dedicated to excellence.

Qualifications

• Active unrestricted Nursing License to practice in North Carolina (LPN).
• Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR).
• Valid driver's license and transportation for work travel.
• Mental health experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Administer methadone and monitor patients for adverse reactions.
• Conduct nursing assessments at admission and during follow-ups.
• Perform COWS assessments and report findings to the provider.
• Support strategies to improve medication adherence and wellness.
• Perform HIV screenings and coordinate referrals.
• Administer TB skin tests and document results.
• Collect blood samples and supervise urine drug screens.
• Coordinate care with providers and educate team on symptoms/side effects.

Skills

Nursing license

EHR proficiency

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Lead with Purpose. Empower with Compassion

Position Snapshot

Location: New Bern, NC

Schedule: Monday - Friday 5am - 1pm | every other weekend 6am - 10am

Pay: $27.00 - $30.00 Hour | based on experience

Work Setting: On site

Type: Full-time

Make an Impact With Us:

As an Opioid Treatment Nurse and as a part of our mission, we help our team members embrace their potential, build resilience, and thrive! You will benefit from ongoing professional growth and development as you work alongside leaders of clinical excellence in mental health and substance use services that care about your success. Join a team where your compassion becomes someone's turning point.

What You'll Do:

• Methadone Administration - Prepare, verify and administer methadone, monitor patient response and monitor for symptoms of intoxication, withdrawal, sedation and adverse medication reactions.
• Nursing Assessments - Initial admission, annual and ongoing nursing assessments (Medical history, medications, vital signs, allergies, substance use history and current health concerns).
• COWS Assessments - Perform and document COWS (Clinical Opiate Withdrawal Scale) assessments and report findings to the provider.
• Supports individuals in developing strategies to improve medication adherence and overall wellness.
• HIV Testing - Perform HIV screenings, education and coordinate referrals/follow up care.
• TB Skin Test - Administer, document and follow up within the required window (Initial and annually).
• Blood/Specimen Collection - Blood draws: Annual and as needed, Perform supervised urine drug screens.
• Coordinates care and communicates with medical providers while educating team members on psychiatric symptoms and medication side effects.

What You'll Bring:

• An active unrestricted Nursing License to practice in the North Carolina (LPN).
• Proficiency with EHR systems and technically savvy.
• Valid driver's license, insurance and realizable transportation for work related travel.
• Prior mental health experience preferred but not required.

Why join Easterseals PORT Health?

Easterseals PORT Health is a trusted and compassionate organization providing disability, mental health, and substance use services across North Carolina and Virginia. Purpose, dedication, and empathy guide the way we support our neighbors and one another.

For benefits-eligible positions, our total reqrds packack may include:

• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• Life and Disability Insurance.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan.
• Employee Assistance Program and legal services support.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer.
• Professional development and training opportunities, including AHEC where applicable.

About Easterseals PORT Health:

Easterseals PORT Health is a trustworthy and compassionate partner, providing exceptional services in disability, mental health, and substance use to help our neighbors live their best lives. Purpose, dedication, and empathy drive our in-person and telehealth service delivery.