Dispensing Nurse - LPN

BayMark Health Services, Inc.; Indiana; On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 48,216,000; Part time

Job summary

MedMark Treatment Centers is seeking a Per Diem Licensed Practical Nurse to dispense prescribed medications as part of a treatment team in collaboration with Physicians and Nursing Supervisors. The dispensing nurse also shares responsibility of maintaining dispensing equipment, managing medication inventory and reporting patient treatment information.

The role emphasizes compassionate, non-judgmental care for individuals in substance use disorder treatment while supporting the supervising team

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in good standing in Indiana.
• Basic CPR certification required.
• Experience with chemical dependency treatment programs preferred.
• Strong computer skills and EMR proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Administer daily medications to patients per policy and protocols, including methadone and Suboxone.
• Operate automated dispensing systems and calibrate dispensing equipment.
• Maintain records and reports per company protocol and federal/state regulations.
• Ensure security standards for controlled substances.
• Order, receive and stock medications per DEA/state regulations.
• Provide daily patient assessments and support nursing supervision.

Skills

CPR Certification

EMR Proficiency

Chemical dependency experience

Dispensing procedures

Tools

Automated dispensing systems

Job description

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 Indiana
• 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.