MAT Nurse Practitioner

NaphCare is hiring a MAT Nurse Practitioner to join the team of medical professionals at the Clark County Detention Center in Las Vegas, NV. Pay rates range from $63.00 to $66.50 per hour based on type of license, certification, site needs, licensure, and experience. As a MAT Nurse Practitioner , you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide support to patients within the facility struggling with substance abuse. This position offers the opportunity to make a difference for a diverse population of patients with complex needs. Responsibilities Provide comprehensive Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) services for incarcerated individuals with Opioid Use Disorder (OUD), focusing on buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone). Conduct initial and ongoing clinical assessments for OUD, including substance use history, withdrawal evaluation, psychiatric and medical comorbidities, and readiness for treatment. Initiate, continue, adjust, and monitor Suboxone therapy in accordance with evidence-based guidelines, DEA regulations, and correctional health policies. Manage induction, stabilization, maintenance, and tapering phases of MAT as clinically indicated. Collaborate closely with correctional healthcare staff, custody staff, mental health providers, and substance use counselors to ensure coordinated, safe, and effective care. Monitor patient adherence, response to treatment, and potential diversion risks within a correctional setting. Provide patient education on OUD, MAT, relapse prevention, overdose risk, and continuity of care upon release. Participate in an interdisciplinary team to create individualized treatment plans addressing medical, behavioral health, and social determinants of health. Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in the electronic health record, including MAT-specific reporting and regulatory requirements. Participate in discharge planning and continuity-of-care coordination, including referrals to community-based MAT providers upon release. Maintain compliance with state, federal, and facility regulations related to controlled substances, MAT delivery, and correctional healthcare standards. Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits, and program development related to OUD and MAT services. Stay current with evolving best practices, clinical guidelines, and regulatory changes related to OUD treatment and MAT. Qualifications Advanced nursing education (Master's or Doctorate). MAT/OUD treatment experience required. CARN-AP preferred. Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner with an unrestricted license in NV. Current DEA registration. Appropriate collaborative agreement with the on-site Physician. Active BLS CPR Certification (American Heart Association required). Certification in a Board recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties. Knowledge of nursing practice principles and techniques, occupational health and safety standards, infectious disease management, applicable health care laws, regulations, and procedures for direct health care services. Ability to maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information. Excellent communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills. Ability to work independently and in a team. Experience working in a correctional facility or acute care center is a plus. Integrity, professionalism, and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements. Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening. Working Conditions Must have the physical and mental capacity to work in an environment that may be less than pristine, and manage and maintain physical and mental health when encountering stressful situations. Benefits Health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one. Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan starting day one. Lowest cost benefits. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services. 401(k) and Roth with company contribution starting day one. Tuition Assistance. Referral bonuses. Term life insurance at no cost to the employee. Generous paid time off and paid holidays. Free continuing education and CMEs. Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with a job. #J-18808-Ljbffr