MAAT CLINIC RN

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

The health services that became the Anthony L Jordan Health Corporation (Jordan Health) began more than 100 years ago, in 1904. As one of the first 5 Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) established in the nation, its roots are steeped in service to those who face barriers to health and health care, meeting their need for comprehensive medical, dentistry, behavioral health, and community services. Starting in northeast Rochester, NY, Jordan Health has since expanded to become a network of primary care offices and health centers serving residents living in three quadrants of Rochester, NY and in Canandaigua, N.Y.

Jordan Health is now seeking a MAAT Clinic RN who, under the guidance of the Chief of MAAT Clinic, is primarily responsible for pre-treatment screenings, intake evaluations and induction of patients under close supervision of Chief and working with the MAAT Practice Manager and MAAT team. The MAAT Clinic RN will assist MAAT Practice Manager with administration and management of the MAAT clinic.

If you want to apply your specialized experience and education in an environment where you can make a difference and significantly impact patients’ quality of life, please consider our MAAT Clinic RN opportunity.

The MAAT Clinic RN will ensure to:

· Assist with medical screenings of patients being considered for MAAT services with special attention to cardiopulmonary disease like HIV, Hep C, Hep B and Tuberculosis screening.

· Obtain prior authorizations for MAAT related medications and facilitate the coordination of MAAT related medications in terms of following up on prescriptions, prior authorizations, ensuring safe, appropriate and timely delivery and receipt of medication, storage and administration.

· Assist the MAAT coordinators

· Assist with program planning and activities in accordance with funding requirements and policies and procedures of Jordan Health center.

· Assist with providing direct client intervention/counseling as necessary to MAAT clinic patients.

· Assist with planning and presenting in service or professional development training to MAAT clinic staff.

· Other duties as assigned

Education And Experience Required:

· Bachelor’s or Associates degree in nursing with Master’s preferred.

· Minimum of 1 year experience with Addiction Medicine experience preferred

Licenses And Certifications:

· Current NYS RN License without any negative actions

· Current provider BLS/CPR through the American Heart Association.

· Infection Control Certification

· Certification in addiction nursing preferred

Special Skills, Knowledge Required:

· Experience with Microsoft Office including Word and Excel is required.

· Fluency in Spanish preferred but not required.

· Having a valid driver’s license and a vehicle is strongly preferred as position will require travel to 3 comprehensive sites at minimum.

Benefits: Jordan Health offers a competitive salary and full benefits offering including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 403b retirement plan. We offer Professional Development allowance.

Jordan Health offers equal opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color religion, age, sex, disability, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military or veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics or genetic information, or any other status protected by law.

About Jordan Health:

Jordan Health is an independent FQHC, with Level III Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) designation through the National Committee on Quality Assurance. Jordan Health receives funding from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Jordan Health is a network of outpatient primary care offices with providers who follow a panel of patients. While independent, Jordan Health actively collaborates with the major hospital and healthcare systems in our operating area to provide a total safety net of healthcare services.