Dispensing LPN (Per Diem) - Substance Treatment Nurse

Health Care Resource Centers; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Retirement Plan

Accrued Sick Time

Employee Referral Program

BayMark Perks Program

BayMark University Learning

Job summary

Health Care Resource Centers is seeking a detail oriented and empathetic Licensed Practical Nurse to dispense prescribed medications as part of a treatment team in partnership with Physicians and Nursing Supervisors. The dispensing nurse also shares responsibility of maintaining dispensing equipment, managing medication inventory and reporting patient treatment information.

An ideal dispensing nurse candidate works cooperatively with supervisory counseling staff and demonstrates a non-judgmental

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse with current MA license and CPR certification.
• Experience with EMR systems and computer proficiency.
• Knowledge of substance use disorder treatment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Administer daily medication to patients in accordance with policy and protocols.
• Use dispensing equipment and calibrate pumps; maintain dispensing devices.
• Record and report patient treatment information as required.
• Ensure security standards for distribution and storage of controlled substances.
• Order, receive and stock medications per DEA/state regulations.
• Provide daily patient assessments; assist in orienting new staff.

Education

LPN license (MA) & CPR certification

Tools

EMR proficiency

Job description

Health Care Resource Centers is seeking a detail oriented and empathetic Licensed Practical Nurse to dispense prescribed medications as part of a treatment team in partnership with Physicians and Nursing Supervisors. The dispensing nurse also shares responsibility of maintaining dispensing equipment, managing medication inventory and reporting patient treatment information.

An ideal dispensing nurse candidate works cooperatively with supervisory counseling staff and demonstrates a non-judgmental