Please submit resumes and cover letters to:

HR@nacc-healthcare.org

Native American Community Clinic’s Medication Assisted Treatment Program is seeking an experienced RN or LPN to join our team. Part-time and full-time hours are available with no evenings or weekends.

The program uses an integrated, harm reduction approach to providing holistic care to patients with Opioid Use Disorder. The program is culturally specific but does welcome all patients. The integrated team includes but is not limited to mental health professionals, Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors, Spiritual Care Specialists, Nurse Practitioners, and Peer Recovery Specialists.

The ideal candidate will be committed to providing high quality, culturally responsive services in a fast-paced environment. This position is an excellent opportunity to promote recovery within the Native American community and beyond.

NACC requires proof of COVID vaccination.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administer buprenorphine-naloxone and other medications

• Maintain accurate medication dispensing and inventory records

• Collect urine specimens and perform breathalyzer tests

• Provide compassionate and culturally responsive care

• Contribute to the ongoing assessment of patients

• Facilitate care coordination for clients enrolled in dosing services

• Manage the flow of patients through the dosing program

• Assist with tracking and review of lab results

• Perform basic patient care including taking vitals

• Provide patient education from standardized plans

• Complete chart and billing documentation in a timely fashion

• Provide patients with safer use supplies such as syringes

• Collect and maintain data for departmental and/or grant reporting

• Other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• There are no supervisory responsibilities for this position

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Active RN or LPN license in the State of Minnesota

• Two years of experience in working in chemical health, preferred

• Experience working with buprenorphine-naloxone and knowledge of harm reduction principles, preferred

• Knowledge and experience working with Native American communities, preferred

COMPETENCIES:

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.

• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.

• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.

• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

• Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.

• Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Frequently required to stand

• Frequently required to walk

• Frequently required to sit

• Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity

• Frequently required to talk or hear

• Occasional exposure to outside weather conditions

• Occasional exposure to bloodborne and airborne pathogens or infectious materials

• While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is moderate

• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 20 pounds; frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds; continually lift and/or move up to 5 pounds

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include near vision, distant vision, and the ability to adjust focus