AM LPN Dispensing Nurse – Outpatient MAT Program

Acadia Healthcare; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Semi-Annual Bonus

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Competitive 401(k) plan

Paid vacation and sick time

Early morning hours

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare in Clarksville, TN is seeking a part-time LPN/Dispensing Nurse for our Outpatient MAT OTP. The role focuses on patient assessment, medication administration, vital signs, and collaborative care within an outpatient setting.

You will document care, maintain medication inventory, and support the clinical team with accurate MARs and progress notes. This position emphasizes morning hours and a stable schedule with growth opportunities in a leading MAT provider.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing (LPN/LVN).
• Prefer 1 year of nursing experience in behavioral health, outpatient treatment program, or addiction recovery.
• Ability to operate, monitor, and maintain medical equipment safely.
• Skilled in drawing blood and collecting specimens for lab testing.
• Proficient in EMR systems and related clinical software applications.

Responsibilities

• Work under the supervision of the Nursing Supervisor, Medical Director, and Clinic Director while maintaining professional standards of care.
• Prepare and administer medication as ordered by the Medical Director or Program Physician accurately and in a timely manner.
• Document medication administration and nursing care in patient records promptly and accurately.
• Ensure the safekeeping and accurate inventory of all medication stock and records as required by regulatory agencies.
• Maintain precise accounting of all medication received from suppliers and dispensed to patients.
• Dedicate approximately 90% of work hours to medication administration activities; remaining time to other duties as assigned.
• Conduct and process urine and/or blood samples, read test results, complete intake assessments, and monitor patient outcomes.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Medication administration

Vital signs monitoring

EMR proficiency

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN)

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Acadia Healthcare in Clarksville, TN is seeking a part-time LPN/Dispensing Nurse for our Outpatient MAT OTP. The role focuses on patient assessment, medication administration, vital signs, and collaborative care within an outpatient setting.

You will document care, maintain medication inventory, and support the clinical team with accurate MARs and progress notes. This position emphasizes morning hours and a stable schedule with growth opportunities in a leading MAT provider.