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Medications for opioid use disorder: An interactive educational program developed for the nurse practitioner
Amanda Culp-Roche1, Jacqueline Vaughn, Tamatha Arms
1University of North Carolina Wilmington School of Nursing, Wilmington, North Carolina.
Summary
Nurse practitioners (NPs) can now prescribe buprenorphine without waivers. Education on opioid use disorder (OUD) and safe prescribing empowers NPs to increase access to medications for OUD (MOUD) and reduce overdose deaths.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Public Health
- Pharmacology
Background:
- Opioid overdose deaths are a significant public health issue in the US.
- Regulatory changes now permit Nurse Practitioners (NPs) to prescribe buprenorphine without the prior Drug Addiction Treatment Act waiver.
- This shift necessitates updated NP education on Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) and Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) prescribing.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate an educational intervention for NPs on OUD and MOUD prescribing.
- To equip NPs with skills for non-stigmatizing care and safe MOUD practices.
- To assess the preparedness of NP graduates to manage OUD.
Main Methods:
- A Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program integrated online modules, simulation, and experiential learning.
- Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) was framed using a chronic care model to reduce stigma.
- Harm reduction principles were incorporated into the curriculum for safe MOUD prescribing.
Main Results:
- 56 students completed didactic training.
- 51 students participated in simulation activities.
- 11 students completed MOUD provider shadowing experiences.
Conclusions:
- Graduates of the DNP program possess the necessary knowledge and skills to prescribe MOUD.
- This educational initiative has the potential to improve access to OUD treatment.
- The program aims to contribute to a reduction in opioid overdose deaths.
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