Position: Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner/MAT Provider
Department: Health Department
Reports To: Medical Director
Pay Range: $57.02- $74.13 per hour
Status/Term: Full-time, Exempt
Location: 12 Wabanaki Way. Indian Island, ME 04468
Job Summary:
The Penobscot Nation Health Department is seeking a compassionate, highly skilled, and patient-centered Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner/Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Provider to deliver comprehensive healthcare services to members of the Penobscot Nation community. This position plays a critical role in improving access to quality healthcare while supporting the Nation’s commitment to wellness, recovery, and culturally responsive care.The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong clinical judgment, cultural sensitivity, and a commitment to improving the health and well-being of the Penobscot Nation community through compassionate, high-quality care.
Qualifications Required:
· Master’s Degree in Nursing required.
· 3-5 Years Clinical Experience required.
· Valid State of Maine Nursing License.
· Valid Federal DEA License.
· BLS Certification.
· 1-2 years’ experience in substance use disorder treatment preferred.
· Native American Preference will be adhered to in accordance with the Penobscot Nation Personnel Policies and Procedures.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
o Be responsible for following confidentiality procedures as outlines in the Privacy Act and HIPAA
o Maintains records in compliance with professional, federal and other applicable guidelines; ensures compliance with all accrediting agencies and with PNHD policies and procedures.
o Meet regularly with the PNHD MAT Team to coordinate patient care
o Provide Medication-Assisted Therapy service to both local and remote clients via in-person sessions and telehealth delivery
o Provide education, prevention counseling, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of urgent/acute current condition and/or diseases and disorders clinically related to Substance Use Disorder, e.g. HIV, Hepatitis C, etc.
o Refer clients to other staff as appropriate to provide nutrition, dental, environmental health, community health, and substance abuse/counseling services.
o Refer patients to off-site specialty services as necessary under supervision of medical Director
o Prescribe medications consistent with DEA and PNHD policies
o Assist in implementation of community education and prevention programs
o Analyzes patient reports and findings; prescribes medications and administers treatment plans.
o Provide for the timely completion of requests for information regarding disability and insurance claims
- Interacts professionally and effectively with others, focusing upon the attainment of Penobscot Nation goals and objectives through a commitment to teamwork.
- Conforms to acceptable attendance/punctuality standards as expressed in the employee handbook.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Physical Demands/Conditions/Requirements:
Physical demands include activities associated with providing direct care in an ambulatory clinic, inpatient services, on-call and participation in meetings. Most work performed in an outpatient clinical setting. Exposure to communicable diseases and other conditions in a clinic environment.
How to Apply:
· Applications are available at the Human Resources Office or the Secretary’s Office at the Nick Sapiel Building, Indian Island, Maine. Applications can also be downloaded at www.penobscotnation.org.
· Apply online at https://www.penobscotnation.org/departments/human-resources/employment-opportunities.
· Submit completed applications and résumés along with certifications to [email protected].
· For additional information, call (207) 817-7312 or email [email protected].
Pre-employment physical will be conducted in accordance with the Penobscot Nation Personnel Policies and Procedures. Native American preference will be adhered to in accordance with the Penobscot Nation Personnel Policies and Procedures
External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by management on an individual basis upon request.
For more information, please contact Human Resources at (207)817-7312.
Pay: $57.02 - $74.13 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
Experience:
- Public health: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Certified Nurse Practitioner (Required)
- DEA License (Required)
Work Location: In person
