Dispensing Nurse - LPN

MedMark Treatment Centers; Chatsworth (GA); Presencial; USD 37.000 - 55.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

MedMark Treatment Centers is seeking a detail-oriented Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for per diem dispensing duties in our clinical setting. The role involves dispensing prescribed medications, maintaining dispensing equipment, inventory management, and reporting patient treatment information as part of the treatment team with Physicians and Nursing Supervisors.

The ideal candidate will have an active LPN license (NM) and CPR certification, with experience in chemical dependency preferred and a

Formación

• Current CPR certification required.
• EMR proficiency desired.
• Experience in chemical dependency preferred.
• Positive attitude toward individuals in substance abuse treatment.

Responsabilidades

• Administer daily medication to patients per program policy and medical protocols.
• Use automated dispensing systems and maintain dispensing equipment.
• Maintain records and reports per company protocol and regulations.
• Ensure compliance with security standards for controlled substances.
• Order, receive and stock medication per DEA/state regulations.
• Provide daily patient assessments.
• Assist Nursing Supervisor to orient new staff.
• Other related duties as determined by supervisor.

Conocimientos

CPR certification

EMR proficiency

Chemical dependency experience

Positive attitude toward treatment

Educación

LPN license (NM)

Descripción del empleo

Description

Per Diem Dispensing Nurse – LPN

MedMark Treatment Centers is looking for 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 and accepting attitude toward the Substance Use Disorder.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Administer daily medication to patients in accordance with program policy and medical protocols, including Methadone and Suboxone
• Use automated dispensing system(s), calibrate pump and maintain dispensing equipment
• Produce and maintain appropriate records and reports as required by Company protocol, Federal and State Regulations
• Ensure compliance with security standards for the distribution and storage of controlled substances as set forth in the Code of Federal regulations
• Order, receive and stock medication in accordance with DEA and State regulations. (If granted Power of Attorney)
• Provide daily assessment of patients
• Assist Nursing Supervisor to orient new nursing staff
• Other related duties as determined by supervisor

Qualifications:

• Current & good standing Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of New Mexico
• Current CPR certification required
• EMR & computer proficiency desired
• Experience in chemical dependency preferred, self-motivated and directed, must have a positive attitude toward individuals in substance abuse treatment
• Satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check.

Here is what you can expect from us:

MedMark Treatment Centers , a progressive substance abuse treatment organization is committed to the highest quality of patient care in a comfortable outpatient clinic setting. Our ultimate goal is to address the physical, emotional, and mental aspects of opioid use disorder to help each of our patients achieve long-term recovery and an improved quality of life.

MedMark Treatment Centers is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, natural origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition, disability or veteran’s status or any other classification protected by State/Federal laws.