Education
WHPS has well established relationships with healthcare employers, colleges, and professional associations. We provide education during student courses, staff meetings, conferences, and employer management groups. Presentations can be customized to specific professions and interest areas.
Presentation topics include:
- Substance use disorder in health professionals
- Increasing awareness of health issues that may affect practice
- Recognizing signs and symptoms of substance use in the workplace
- Regulatory reporting requirements
- Regulatory monitoring programs and other resources
For more information or to request a presentation contact:
- Grant Hulteen grant.hulteen@doh.wa.gov, 360-280-6610
- Melissa Fraser melissa.fraser@doh.wa.gov 360-789-6279
Understanding the Science of Addiction:
WHPS Policies and Procedures
| Procedure | Title |
|---|---|
| W30.01 | Confidentiality, Records Management, and Security |
| W31.02 | Program Eligibility and Admission Types |
| W32.03 | Program Non-Compliance and Discharge Criteria |
| W33.01 | Intake |
| W34.02 | Substance Use Evaluation and Treatment Services |
| W35.02 | Contract Terms and Conditions |
| W36.01 | Case Management |
| W37.01 | Practice Approval |
| W38.01 | Work Site Monitoring |
| W39.01 | Professional Peer Support Groups |
| W40.02 | Medication Use |
| W41.01 | Short Term Analgesic Use |
| W42.03 | Drug and Alcohol Testing |
| W43.01 | Missed Check-Ins and Tests |
| W44.02 | Unauthorized Substance Use |
| W45.01 | Cease Practice Requirements |
| W46.02 | Graduation |
| W47.01 | Outreach and Education |
| W48.01 | Office Hours and Standards |
| W49.01 | Performance Reports and Procedure Review |
- Forms and Publications
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- Consent for Release of Confidential Information (PDF)
- A Guide for Assisting Colleagues Who Demonstrate Impairment in the Workplace (PDF)
- Medication Guide (redirect to Talbot Recovery Centers downloadable Medication Guide)
- Prescription Information Letter and Form (PDF)
- Therapist Report (PDF)
- Sober Support Meeting Attendance Form (PDF)
- Worksite Monitor Education Course (PDF)
- Posters and Brochures
- National Council of State Boards of Nursing Education Resources
- Regulatory Resources
- Recovery Resources
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- Alcohol and Drug Abuse Institute at the University of Washington
- The Institute is a focal point for alcohol and drug use research providing information to health and social service professionals, policy makers, and the public.
- American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology
- AANA Peer Assistance is support for CRNAs and student registered nurse anesthetists for all aspects related to drugs/alcohol impairment, suspicion of drug diversion, substance use disorder (SUD), adverse event support, and questions related to fitness for duty.
- American Society of Addictions Nursing
- Providing leadership, collaboration, education, support and promoting research and education for the prevention, compassionate intervention, and treatment of addiction.
- Federation of State Physician Health Programs
- Physician Health Programs provide education, outreach, and advocacy to their medical communities in support of physician health and well-being.
- Healthy Nurse Healthy Nation
- The Healthy Nurse, Healthy Nation™ (HNHN), is a program of the American Nurses Association Enterprise designed to improve the health of the Nation’s nurses – one nurse at a time.
- National Council of State Boards of Nursing
- The NCSBN provides a variety of resources on substance use disorder in nursing.
- National Organization of Alternative Programs
- NOAP promotes public safety through participation of potentially impaired healthcare professionals in monitored rehabilitation and recovery, emphasizing fitness to practice and retention of competent professionals.
- Northwest Addiction Technology Transfer Center
- The Northwest Addiction Technology Transfer Center (Northwest ATTC) provides services to develop and strengthen the substance use disorder treatment and recovery workforce in Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington.
Additional Links
- Alcohol and Drug Abuse Institute at the University of Washington
- Employment Opportunity Resources