LPN Dispensing Nurse - Med Unit

Acadia Healthcare; Squamish; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated LPN Dispensing Nurse for their Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program. This full-time role offers a stable schedule with early morning hours, allowing for a great work/life balance. The LPN will play a crucial role in the recovery of patients with opioid use disorder by providing compassionate care and efficient medication dispensing. With a focus on patient safety and accurate documentation, this position provides the chance to make a significant impact in a supportive environment. Join a team that values your contributions and offers opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Semi-Annual Bonus Program

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Competitive 401(k) plan

Paid vacation and sick time

STAR LRP Student Loan Forgiveness

Paid training

Qualifications

• LPN with experience in behavioral health preferred.
• Must have current LPN license in Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities

• Dispense medication under supervision of Medical Director.
• Document patient care and maintain medication records.
• Conduct urine collection and processing as required.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Medication administration

Documentation and reporting

Behavioral health experience

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing

1 year nursing experience in behavioral health

Job description

Overview

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program (OTP)

Seeking: LPN Dispensing Nurse

Full-Time Hours: Tuesday - Saturday, 7 AM - 3 PM

Our Benefits:

• Semi-Annual Bonus Program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Competitive 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation and sick time
• STAR LRP Student Loan Forgiveness
• Early morning hours offering a great work/life balance
• Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry

Our Team:

Allegheny County Med Unit - Comprehensive Treatment Center, located in Pittsburgh, PA, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation. Our nursing team provides compassionate, high quality safe and efficient medication dispensing to patients that are seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder.

Your Job as Dispensing Nurse:

The LPN is instrumental in our patient’s treatment and recovery from opioid use disorder. LPNs provide high quality, safe and efficient dispensing of doses of medication to patients under the direction of the Medical Director or Physician. The LPN is responsible for thorough, accurate reporting and documentation of the patient's symptoms, responses and progress.

Additional Benefits of Joining our Nursing Team

• 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

Your Responsibilities as Dispensing Nurse:

• 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.

This position is funded through a grant and is contingent upon continued grant funding. Employment in this role is subject to the terms and conditions of the grant, and the position may be modified or discontinued based on funding availability. While we strive for long-term stability, candidates should be aware that grant-funded positions are subject to renewal and continuation of funding.

Qualifications

Your Education, Skills and Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
• Prefer 1 year nursing experience in behavioral health, outpatient treatment program, or addiction recovery field
• Training or experience treating patients with MAT (medication assisted treatment) highly preferred
• There must be no history of alcohol or other drug misuse for a period of three years before employment

Licenses/Certifications:

• Current LPN license in Pennsylvania

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.