FULL-TIME (40 HOURS PER WEEK)

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITY: The SUD MH Nurse Care Manager is the primary leader and manager of the medication assisted treatment activities at Tri-County CAA Health Center.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: The SUD MH Nurse Care Manager works with patients diagnosed with an Opioid Use Disorder on their treatment and care plans. He/She meets with patients directly in the health center as well as talks with patients over the phone. SUD MH Nurse Care Manager, follows up on transitions of care when patients have been hospitalized for an SUD MH related concern. The SUD MH Nurse Care Manager is the coordinator of the MAT program and assists in MAT induction visits and follow up appointments related to MAT. The SUD MH Nurse Care Manager acts as a liaison to patients receiving MAT services at Tri-County CAA. The SUD MH Nurse Care Manager participates in monthly provider care coordination meetings. Administratively, SUD MH Nurse Care Manager, with the assistance of the Medical Director and Health Center Director, develops, maintains and implements relevant clinical policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS: RN (RI License) with a BS or MA in nursing or other health related field required. Master’s Degree in nursing or management strongly preferred. Three years’ experience in coordinating quality improvement efforts in an outpatient clinical setting. Three to five years’ clinical experience (adult/pediatric). Experience with SUD MH patient population.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS: Commitment to work in community health with the challenges of a high risk, and often uninsured and diverse patient population helpful; Proven writing skills to document in medical record and submit documentation; Strong/demonstrated communication skills, written and verbal, required; Ability to multi-task, and manage concurrent situations; Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office required; Previous experience with EHR helpful; Knowledge of HIPPA regulations; Ability to successfully pass background check; Access to reliable transportation; Bicultural (Spanish) skills and bilingual experience a plus. Demonstrate an understanding of everyone’ experiences, every day. Ensuring the delivery of services that recognizes and respects that every moment matters.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Cover Letter and resume due to Tri-County Community Action Agency at apply@tricountyri.org; fax 1-855-372-4016; mail to Tri-County Community Action Agency, 1126 Hartford Avenue, Suite 201, Johnston, RI 02919.