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BayMark Health Services

Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant for OBOT Clinic

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A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.

$52,610 / year median in Louisiana

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

Description Part-Time Nurse Practitioner- BOSSIER, LA AppleGate Recovery, a division of BayMark Health Services, is a multi-site, multi-service organization providing opioid use disorder treatment and rehabilitation for patients across the country. Providing high-quality, patient-centered treatment for addiction to prescription medications and other opioids remains the focus of Applegate's clinics. Combining evidence-based, medication-assisted treatment with counseling and behavioral services, AppleGate offers the most successful option for many patients. Essential Roles and Responsibilities Knowledge of various substances of abuse, the disease of addiction, and the signs and symptoms of detoxification Collects and records data such as complete HPI, Assessment, and Plan for each patient in a comprehensive, accurate, and systematic manner. Counsels patients and helps them understand their limitations and abilities Documents patient progress/regression according to established policies and procedures during appointments or upon notification of a change in status from the clinical coordinator or treatment center director. Supervising and instructing patients in oral medication self-administration and health education as needed Knowledge of program policies and procedures Qualifications | Education |
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Must be licensed in the state of Louisiana. Must have a DEA X-waiver or must be willing to obtain one. Satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check. AppleGate Recovery is a progressive substance abuse treatment organization committed to the highest quality of patient care in a comfortable outpatient clinic setting. Our ultimate goal is to address the physical, emotional, and mental aspects of opioid use disorder to help each of our patients achieve long-term recovery and an improved quality of life. AppleGate Recovery is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, natural origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition, disability or veteran's status or any other classification protected by State/Federal laws