Dispensing Nurse - LPN

BAART Programs; Ogden (UT); Sur place; USD 39 000 - 55 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

BAART Programs in Ogden, UT is seeking a detail oriented Licensed Practical Nurse to dispense prescribed medications as part of a treatment team, collaborating with physicians and nursing supervisors.

The role includes maintaining dispensing equipment, inventory control, daily patient assessments, and reporting treatment information, with a focus on empathy and non-judgmental care for individuals in substance use disorder.

Qualifications

• Current & good standing LPN license (NM).
• CPR certification required.
• EMR & computer proficiency desired.
• Experience in chemical dependency preferred, self-motivated and directed, positive attitude toward individuals in substance abuse treatment.
• Satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check.

Responsabilités

• Administer daily medications to patients per policy and protocols (Methadone, Suboxone).
• Use automated dispensing systems, calibrate pumps, maintain equipment.
• Produce and maintain records/reports per company protocol and regulations.
• Ensure compliance with security standards for distribution and storage of controlled substances.
• Order, receive and stock medication per DEA/state regulations (if POA granted).
• Provide daily patient assessments.
• Assist Nursing Supervisor to orient new nursing staff.
• Other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Connaissances

CPR certification

EMR proficiency

Chemical dependency experience

Formation

LPN license (NM)

Outils

EMR systems

Description du poste

Per Diem Dispensing Nurse – LPN

BAART Programs 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:

BAART Programs, 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.

BAART Programs 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.