Methadone/MSR Community Health Nurse - LDA (Additional 12% Corrections Nurse Premium)
Core
Coordinate entry and release plans for medication-supported recovery (methadone maintenance and long-acting injectable buprenorphine) for justice-involved individuals in Multnomah County correctional facilities.
Role type
Community Health Nurse (Correctional/Transition Services)
Builds
Transition plans for release to the community and medication administration workflows within detention centers.
Domain
Public Health / Corrections / Substance Use Disorder Treatment
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Registered Nurse (RN) license, BLS/CPR certification, acute medical and mental health assessment, medication administration, wound care, health education, transition planning, delegation to Certified Medication Aides.
Preferred skills
Experience working in correctional facilities, experience with diverse and underserved populations.
Responsibilities
Respond to acute medical and mental health events; evaluate, monitor, and treat drug and alcohol withdrawal; provide direct nursing care and daily living assistance; manage medication administration via electronic MAR; facilitate transition planning for release to the community; perform physically demanding tasks across facilities.
Seniority
Individual Contributor (Entry to Mid-level)