Dispensing Nurse (LPN) – Outpatient MAT, Stable Morning Shifts

Comprehensive Treatment Centers; Calais (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Stable shifts

Early morning hours

Job summary

Calais Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC) in Calais, Maine, part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, seeks an LPN/LVN to join the outpatient MAT program. You will dispense medications, monitor patients, and collaborate with a clinical team in a safe, compliant setting.

The role emphasizes 90% medication administration, early shifts, and a supportive team focused on recovery. Per diem, with training provided, is available.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing (LPN/LVN)
• Prefer 1 year of nursing experience in behavioral health, outpatient treatment program, or addiction recovery field.
• Training or experience treating patients in an outpatient treatment program, preferred.
• Ability to operate, monitor, and maintain medical equipment safely and effectively.
• Skilled in drawing blood and collecting other specimens for laboratory testing.
• Proficient in EMR systems and related clinical software applications.
• Competent in patient assessment, including evaluating medical histories, symptoms, and overall condition.
• Ability to monitor and record vital signs such as temperature, pulse, and blood pressure accurately and consistently.
• Ability to administer medications and treatments as prescribed by a physician in accordance with clinic protocols.
• Ability to observe and document patient responses, side effects, and treatment outcomes to ensure safe and effective care.

Responsibilities

• Work under supervision of the Nursing Supervisor, Medical Director, and Clinic Director while maintaining professional standards of care.
• Prepare and administer medication as ordered by the Medical Director or Program Physician accurately and in a timely manner.
• Document medication administration and nursing care in patient records promptly and accurately, including notes on progress and activities.
• Ensure the safekeeping and accurate inventory of all medication stock and records as required by the DEA, FDA, and other regulatory agencies.
• Maintain precise accounting of all medication received from suppliers and dispensed to patients.
• Dedicate approximately 90% of work hours to medication administration activities; the remaining time may be assigned to other duties by the Medical or Clinic Director.
• Conduct and process urine and/or blood samples, read test results, complete intake assessments, and assist in monitoring patient outcomes.
• Complete all documentation associated with these procedures accurately and in compliance with clinic standards.
• Depending on clinic needs, may be required to transport medication to other locations or work on a CTC Mobile Unit.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

Calais Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC) in Calais, Maine, part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, seeks an LPN/LVN to join the outpatient MAT program. You will dispense medications, monitor patients, and collaborate with a clinical team in a safe, compliant setting.

The role emphasizes 90% medication administration, early shifts, and a supportive team focused on recovery. Per diem, with training provided, is available.