Registered Nurse - Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) Team

Position Summary

Provide person-centered nursing care that supports the delivery of integrated behavioral health and substance use treatment services within AllHealth Network's Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) clinics. Collaborate with multidisciplinary treatment teams to deliver high-quality, coordinated care through nursing assessment, care management, medication support, health education, and ongoing client engagement. Foster collaboration among providers, clients, and community partners to improve health outcomes and support recovery-oriented treatment goals.

Goals and Objectives

• Meet established productivity standards for the role.


• Coordinate internal and external services to effectively manage clients' physical and behavioral health needs while ensuring seamless integration of complex care.


• Provide therapeutic interventions and documentation that meet regulatory, accreditation, and contractual requirements.


• Actively participate in a team-based model of care to promote integrated services and improved client outcomes.


• Enhance client satisfaction and health outcomes through direct client care, triage management, and collaborative service delivery.


• Promote a positive culture of collaboration and teamwork throughout AllHealth Network.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate, person-centered nursing care to individuals receiving MOUD services.


• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and monitor client health status.


• Support medication management, client education, and treatment adherence.


• Coordinate care with behavioral health providers, prescribers, case managers, and community resources.


• Promote continuity of care through effective communication and care coordination.


• Monitor and document client progress, treatment response, and health outcomes.


• Support recovery-oriented practices that encourage engagement, self-management, and wellness.


• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, clinical standards, and regulatory requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively as a member of the Medication Services team to effectively meet client needs.


• Serve as a liaison between internal and external providers to enhance care coordination and service integration.


• Establish therapeutic relationships with clients to assess needs, provide education, deliver interventions, and support treatment goals.


• Screen clients for health concerns related to psychotropic medications and other medical conditions; provide education and facilitate referrals as needed.


• Observe, assess, and accurately document clients' mental status, progress, and treatment outcomes while communicating relevant information to treatment team members.


• Monitor laboratory results in consultation with medical providers, communicate concerns, and maintain accurate documentation.


• Respond promptly to client concerns, medication questions, refill requests, and inquiries from external providers to ensure safe and effective treatment.


• Participate actively in staff meetings and multidisciplinary treatment team discussions.


• Complete all required documentation accurately and within established timelines.


• Adhere to all AllHealth Network policies, procedures, and clinical protocols.


• Complete all required trainings, including Relias Learning courses and instructor-led training, within designated timeframes.

Qualifications

Education

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the State of Colorado required.


• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years of clinical nursing experience working with diverse populations in medical, behavioral health, substance use, or integrated care settings.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong nursing assessment skills, including the ability to evaluate and interpret medical and behavioral health information.


• Knowledge of care management principles, substance use disorders, medication-assisted treatment (MAT/MOUD), and psychotropic medications.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Strong clinical judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.


• Effective time management and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment.


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.


• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build productive relationships with clients, providers, and community partners.


• Proficiency with electronic health records (EHRs), Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and other computer-based systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in substance use disorder treatment, medication-assisted treatment (MAT/MOUD), behavioral health, or integrated healthcare settings.


• Knowledge of harm reduction, trauma-informed care, and recovery-oriented practices.

Compensation:

$87,000  - $92,000 annually with a $5,000 Sign On Bonus