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Professional Assessment

IPN / PRN & FLA Assessments

Tampa Bay Recovery Care provides comprehensive, confidential evaluations for licensed healthcare professionals enrolled in — or being referred to — Florida's major monitoring and recovery programs: the Intervention Project for Nurses (IPN), the Professionals Resource Network (PRN), and assessments required for Florida licensing authority (FLA) compliance.

These assessments are a critical component of a healthcare professional's recovery and reinstatement process. Our team approaches every evaluation with clinical rigor and deep respect for the sensitivity of your professional situation.

Who This Service Is For

Nurses referred to or enrolled in the IPN monitoring program
Physicians, dentists, pharmacists, and other licensed professionals in the PRN program
Healthcare professionals seeking or maintaining Florida licensure with assessment requirements
Professionals returning to practice following a substance use or mental health leave

What the Assessment Includes

Comprehensive clinical evaluation of substance use history and patterns
Review of current treatment status and compliance documentation
Mental health and functional capacity screening
Written assessment report submitted in accordance with IPN, PRN, or FLA requirements
Follow-up consultation as needed for your monitoring program

Confidentiality Notice: All assessments are conducted in strict accordance with HIPAA and applicable Florida privacy statutes. Your professional status and assessment details are fully protected.

Clinical Evaluation

Pain Evaluation

Effective pain management begins with a thorough, honest evaluation. At Tampa Bay Recovery Care, our pain evaluations are conducted within the framework of addiction medicine, ensuring that pain treatment is both clinically effective and mindful of the risks of dependency and misuse.

We understand that chronic pain and substance use disorders frequently intersect. Our approach addresses both dimensions — providing patients with a complete clinical picture and a treatment pathway that prioritizes long-term health.

Our Evaluation Covers

Full medical history and previous pain treatment review
Assessment of pain type, origin, severity, and functional impact
Screening for co-occurring substance use or dependency concerns
Review of current and prior medication regimens
Development of a personalized, evidence-based treatment recommendation

Our Philosophy

Pain relief and recovery are not mutually exclusive — we treat both
Every treatment plan balances efficacy with responsible prescribing
Patients are treated with dignity, not suspicion
We coordinate with your existing care team whenever appropriate

Please note: Pain evaluations at Tampa Bay Recovery Care are conducted in the context of addiction medicine. We encourage patients to bring all current medical records and a list of medications to their first appointment.

Ongoing Care

Monthly Medication Management

Recovery is not a single event — it is an ongoing process that requires consistent support, monitoring, and adjustment. Tampa Bay Recovery Care offers structured monthly medication management appointments designed to keep your treatment plan on track and responsive to your progress.

These appointments are an opportunity to review how your current medications are working, address any side effects or concerns, and make evidence-based adjustments with your provider. Continuity of care is essential to long-term success, and we are committed to being a reliable partner throughout your recovery journey.

Each Monthly Visit Includes

Review of current medications, dosages, and effectiveness
Assessment of treatment progress and recovery milestones
Screening for any new symptoms, concerns, or side effects
Urine drug screening as clinically appropriate
Prescription renewal and care plan adjustment if needed
Brief counseling support and goal review

Medications We Manage

Medications for opioid use disorder (e.g., buprenorphine / Suboxone)
Medications for alcohol use disorder
Medications for pain management within a recovery-informed framework
Other addiction medicine pharmacotherapy as clinically indicated

Scheduling: Monthly management appointments are available by appointment only. Please call 813.798.1200 or use the appointment form on our home page to schedule your next visit.

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