Nurse Practitioner – Addiction Medicine

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) specializing in Addiction Medicine provides comprehensive, patient-centered care to individuals with substance use disorders. This role includes assessment, diagnosis, medication management (e.g., buprenorphine, naltrexone), and coordination of care within a multidisciplinary team. The NP will support recovery-oriented treatment plans and contribute to the development of evidence-based protocols.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct initial and follow-up evaluations for patients with substance use disorders
• Prescribe and manage medications for addiction treatment, including MAT (Medication-Assisted Treatment)
• Monitor withdrawal symptoms and adjust treatment plans accordingly
• Interpret lab results, including urine drug screens
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, case managers, and support staff
• Educate patients and families on treatment o...