Dispensing Nurse - LPN

Health Care Resource Centers; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Retirement Plan

Accrued Sick Time

Employee Referral Program

BayMark Perks Program

BayMark University Learning

Job summary

Health Care Resource Center is seeking a detail oriented Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to dispense prescribed medications as part of a treatment team. The role involves maintaining dispensing equipment, managing inventory, and reporting patient treatment information in collaboration with Physicians and Supervisors.

The ideal candidate will have MA LPN licensure, CPR, EMR proficiency, and a positive attitude toward individuals in substance abuse treatment.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current and good standing LPN license in Massachusetts.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Experience with EMR/computer systems and medication dispensing processes.
• Experience in chemical dependency treatment preferred and a positive attitude toward individuals in substance abuse treatment.

Responsibilities

• Dispense prescribed medications to patients in accordance with program policy and medical protocols.
• Operate automated dispensing systems and calibrate pumps; maintain dispensing equipment.
• Maintain accurate records and reports as required by company policy and regulations.
• Ensure security standards for distribution and storage of controlled substances per CFR.
• Order, receive and stock medications per DEA/state regulations.
• Provide daily patient assessments and update supervision staff.
• Assist Nursing Supervisor with orientation of new nursing staff.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education

LPN license, Massachusetts

CPR certification

Tools

EMR proficiency

Job description

Per Diem Dispensing Nurse – LPN

Health Care Resource Center 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 Massachusetts
• 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.

Salary Range:

Salary ranges from $32.00 to $35.00 an hour.

The salary of the candidate(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, education, specialty, and training.

Qualified Per Diem Employees receive:

• 401K Retirement Plan
• Accrued Sick Time
• Employee Referral Program
• BayMark Perks Program
• BayMark University Learning

Health Care Resource Center

Here is what you can expect from us: Health Care Resource Center, 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.

Health Care Resource Center 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.