RN Dispensing Nurse

Acadia Healthcare; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate RN Dispensing Nurse to join their team. This role focuses on providing high-quality medication dispensing to patients recovering from opioid use disorder. You'll enjoy early morning hours that promote a great work/life balance while working in a supportive environment that values your contributions. With a commitment to patient care and a stable schedule, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of individuals seeking recovery. Join a dedicated team where your skills will be valued and your professional growth supported.

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

• Graduated from an accredited nursing school with a current RN license.
• Preferably have 1 year experience in behavioral health or addiction recovery.

Responsibilities

• Administer medication under supervision and maintain accurate records.
• Document patient care and maintain professional nursing standards.

Skills

Nursing

Medication Administration

Patient Care

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: RN Dispensing Nurse

Full Time Hours: Early morning hours offering a great work/life balance:

• Monday - Friday 4:30 AM - 12:30 PM
• Saturday: 6:00 AM - 9:30 AM (alternating/rotating)

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
• Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry

Our Team:

Jackson Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Jackson, MS, 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 RN is instrumental in our patient’s treatment and recovery from opioid use disorder. RNs provide high quality, safe, and efficient dispensing of doses of medication to patients under the direction of the Medical Director or Physician. The RN is responsible for thorough, accurate reporting and documentation of the patient's symptoms, responses, and progress.

Additional Benefits of Joining our Nursing Team

• 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

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.

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 RN license in the state of Mississippi

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