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Opioid Treatment Program Manager (RN)Medical PavilionPosition Summary / Career Interest:The Nurse Manager serves as the primary operational leader for the Opioid Treatment Program (OTP), overseeing all nursing, counseling, and clinical support staff to ensure comprehensive compliance with federal OTP regulations (42 CFR 8.12). This role holds ultimate responsibility for program operations, staff performance, regulatory readiness, and integration of medical, nursing, and counseling services. The OTP Manager collaborates closely with the Lead Counselor to deliver patient-centered, recovery-oriented care that meets all OTP certification standards.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Program Leadership and Regulatory Compliance 942 CFR 8.12):
• Key point of accountability for OTP operations, ensuring all medical, counseling, psycho education and recovery support services are provided as mandated by federal standards
• Maintains program certification through SAMHSA and state licensure (KDADS); prepares applications, organization charts, policies, and corrective action plans to ensure compliance
• Leads preparation for regulatory surveys and audits (federal, state, accreditation), coordinates responses, and ensures timely resolution of deficiencies
• General Clinic Services Responsibilities
• Directs all nursing operations, including medication administration, diversion control, and patient monitoring, ensuring all protocols and practitioner orders are followed, as it pertains to the Methadone dispensing work flows.
• Ensures nursing staff complete medical screening, vital sign monitoring, and post dose assessments within required time frames, escalating clinical concerns appropriately
• Works in close collaboration with the Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) to ensure OTP meets all DEA requirements and expectations.
• Staff Supervision and Development
• Supervises and evaluates nursing and clinical staff performances; provides training, mentoring, and ongoing education to maintain high standards of care and regulatory compliance
• Foster team environment focused on patient safety, recovery support and continuous quality improvement
• Patient Care Coordination
• Coordinates integration of medical, nursing, and counseling services to ensure a seamless, patient-centered experience
• Acts as a clinical resource and liaison among interdisciplinary team members, patients, and families
• Regulatory Readiness and Quality Assurance
• Monitors program compliance with all Federal and State OTP standards, proactively addressing deficiencies and implementing corrective actions
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives and prepares required reports for leadership and regulatory agencies
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience

• Associate Degree Nursing in Nursing Bachelors degree obtained within 1 year of hire

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor Degree Nursing in Nursing
• 3 or more years Clinical experience, preferably in addiction treatment, mental health or similar settings
• 2 or more years Supervisory or Management experience

Required Licensure and Certification

• Licensed Registered Nurse (LRN) - Multi-State - State Board of Nursing upon Hire

Knowledge Requirements

• Knowledge of Federal OTP regulations (42 CFR Part *) and best practices in opioid treatment
• Strong leadership, organizational and communication skills

Time Type:Full timeJob Requisition ID:R-54074Important information for you to know as you apply:

• The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

• The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link asktalentacquisition@kumc.edu.

• Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.

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