Dispensing Nurse - LPN

BAART Programs; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) plan

Generous paid time off accrual

Job summary

BAART Programs in Omaha, NE seeks a licensed practical nurse (LPN) to dispense prescribed medications as part of a treatment team in partnership with Physicians and Nursing Supervisors. The role includes maintaining dispensing equipment, inventory control, and reporting patient treatment information.

The ideal candidate brings a Nebraska LPN license, CPR certification, and comfort with EMR systems and DEA/state regulations.

Qualifications

• Detail oriented and empathetic LPN.
• Current LPN license in Nebraska in good standing.
• Current CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Administer daily medication to patients per policy and protocols.
• Use automated dispensing systems and calibrate dispensing equipment.
• Maintain records and reports as required by company protocol and regulations.
• Ensure compliance with security standards for controlled substances per CFR and state rules.
• Order, receive, and stock medication per DEA/state regulations.
• Provide daily patient assessments and assist Nursing Supervisor with onboarding new staff.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Detail oriented

Empathy

Computer proficiency

EMR system

Education

LPN license (Nebraska)

CPR certification

Tools

EMR

Automated dispensing systems

Job description

Full Time 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.

Responsibilities

• Administer daily medication to patients in accordance with program policy and medical protocols.
• 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 LPN license in the State of Nebraska
• 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.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and 401(K)
• Generous paid time off accrual
• Excellent growth and development opportunities
• Satisfying and rewarding work striving to overcome the opioid epidemic

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.