LPN Dispensing Nurse (Per Diem)
- Monday - Friday from 5:30 am - 1:30 pm
- Weekends/Holidays from 5:30 am - 11:15 am
- Semi-Annual Bonus Program
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Competitive 401(k) plan
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Early morning hours offering a great work/life balance
- Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry
- Lower stress environment working in our medication dispensary
- No heavy lifting of patients/no bedside
- Stable shifts and schedule (mornings/days only)
- Early morning hours + early afternoon end time
- Be a part of helping others in a recovery environment
- Paid training
- Works under the supervision of the Medical Director and the Clinic Director;
- Maintains practical nursing professional standards of care;
- Prepares and administers medication as ordered by the Medical Director or Program Physician accurately and in a timely manner;
- Maintains accurate accounting of all medication received (from supplier) and dispensed (to the patients);
- Charts medication administration in nurse's notes accurately and in a timely manner;
- Documents nursing care provided, and maintains appropriate records related to patient’s progress and activities accurately and in a timely manner;
- Responsible for the safekeeping of all medication stock and the records required by the DEA, FDA, and ADP;
- Dedicates a minimum of 90% of regularly scheduled work hours to activities directly related to the administration of medication; the remaining 10% will be dedicated to other activities as assigned;
- Responsible for urine collection and processing, reading test results as ordered by Program Physicians and the completion of all forms involved in these procedures.
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Prefer 1 year of nursing experience in behavioral health, outpatient treatment program, or addiction recovery field.
- Training or experience treating patients in an outpatient treatment program, preferred.
- Ability to operate, monitor, and maintain medical equipment safely and effectively.
- Skilled in drawing blood and collecting other specimens for laboratory testing.
- Proficient in EMR systems and related clinical software applications.
- Competent in patient assessment, including evaluating medical histories, symptoms, and overall condition.
- Ability to monitor and record vital signs such as temperature, pulse, and blood pressure accurately and consistently.
- Ability to administer medications and treatments as prescribed by a physician in accordance with clinic protocols.
- Ability to observe and document patient responses, side effects, and treatment outcomes to ensure safe and effective care.
- Previous nursing experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities, is highly preferred but not required.
- Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including the safe handling, administration, and documentation of methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.
- Experience in medication dispensing, monitoring patient dosing, and observing for adverse reactions or medication interactions.
- Understanding of nursing best practices related to substance use treatment, including trauma-informed care and harm reduction principles.
- Accurate and timely documentation of medication administration records (MARs), patient vitals, and incident reports in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., DEA, 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and Joint Commission standards) related to controlled substances and patient care.
- Proven ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, counselors, case managers, and support staff, to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care.
- Current LPN license in the state of Massachusetts
- Current CPR certification where required by state regulation.
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