Dispensing Nurse - LPN

MedMark Treatment Centers; Roswell (NM); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

MedMark Treatment Centers is seeking a Per Diem Dispensing Nurse (LPN) in Roswell, New Mexico. The ideal candidate will administer medications including Methadone and Suboxone, maintain dispensing equipment, and manage medication inventory. Required qualifications include a current LPN license in New Mexico and CPR certification. This role supports a treatment team focused on substance use disorder recovery, and demand an empathetic approach to patient care.

Qualifications

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in New Mexico.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Experience in chemical dependency preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer daily medication to patients.
• Maintain and calibrate dispensing equipment.
• Produce and maintain records as per regulations.

Skills

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

CPR certification

EMR proficiency

Experience in chemical dependency

Positive attitude towards substance abuse treatment

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in New Mexico

Job 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.

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.