Job description
Achieve Whole Recovery is seeking a Registered Nurse to support patients receiving addiction medicine and psychiatry services. This role focuses on patient outreach, nurse triage, and care coordination to help ensure continuity of care between appointments.
The RN provides patient education, responds to clinical concerns through nurse triage, and communicates laboratory results when delegated by providers. Working closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, and the Clinical Nurse Supervisor, this role helps patients stay engaged in treatment while supporting safe, responsive, and coordinated care.
This remote position is ideal for a nurse who enjoys building patient relationships, coordinating care, and supporting recovery-focused treatment.
Schedule & Work Expectations: Part-time position working 2–3 days per week
Schedule includes one consistent Monday or Friday commitment
Work occurs during regular clinic business hours
Schedule supports patient outreach, nurse line coverage, and care coordination
Limited schedule flexibility may be available with advance approval from the Clinical Nurse Supervisor
Responsibilities
- Patient Outreach & Care Coordination: Conduct follow-up outreach to patients after initial addiction medicine appointments or when requested by providers
Provide patient-centered education on medications, treatment plans, recovery resources, and follow-up care
Assist patients with scheduling and navigating ongoing treatment appointments
Identify barriers to treatment adherence and communicate concerns to providers
Support patient engagement in recovery through compassionate and supportive communication
Nurse Line Triage: Provide coverage for the Achieve Whole Recovery nurse line during clinic hours
Assess patient concerns including medication questions, treatment-related issues, and general health concerns
Provide triage guidance consistent with provider treatment plans and clinic protocols
Escalate urgent or complex clinical concerns to providers when appropriate
Support triage needs across addiction medicine and psychiatry services
Laboratory Result Notifications: Notify patients of laboratory results when delegated by providers
Communicate urine drug screen (UDS) results and other clinically relevant laboratory findings
Provide patient education regarding next steps or follow-up care
Coordinate provider follow-up when additional clinical evaluation is needed
Document patient notifications in accordance with clinic documentation standards
Documentation & Clinical Communication: Document all patient interactions in the electronic health record (EHR) in a timely and accurate manner
Communicate relevant patient updates and concerns to providers and clinical staff
Maintain organized records of outreach and follow-up efforts
Ensure documentation supports continuity of care across the interdisciplinary team
Collaboration & Team Support: Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, psychiatrists, therapists, and clinical staff
Work closely with the Clinical Nurse Supervisor to follow established clinical workflows
Support nursing workflows designed to improve patient engagement and continuity of care
Participate in team meetings or clinical training as needed
Requirements
- Licensure: Current unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Colorado (required)
Experience: Minimum 2 years of clinical nursing experience preferred
Experience in addiction medicine, psychiatry, behavioral health, primary care, or care coordination strongly preferred
Clinical Knowledge: Understanding of addiction medicine principles and medication-assisted treatment (MAT)
Familiarity with psychiatric conditions and psychotropic medications preferred
Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to build rapport with patients and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
Strong clinical judgment for triage and patient guidance
Experience using electronic health records (EHR)
Professional Attributes: Commitment to patient confidentiality
Trauma-informed care approach
Alignment with Achieve Whole Recovery’s mission of compassionate, whole-person care
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