Dispensing Nurse - MAT OTP (LPN/LVN) Morning Shift

Comprehensive Treatment Centers; El Cajon (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Semi-Annual Bonus Program

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Competitive 401(k)

Paid vacation and sick time

Early morning hours

Growth opportunities

Job summary

El Cajon Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC) in El Cajon, CA, is seeking a Dispensing Nurse (LPN/LVN) for our Outpatient MAT OTP program. You will provide compassionate care, dispense medications, and collaborate with the clinical team to ensure safe and effective treatment.

Eligibility includes an active LPN/LVN license and willingness to work morning shifts. The role emphasizes accurate MAR documentation, inventory control, and patient assessment within a regulated MAT environment.

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.

Responsibilities

• Work under the 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; remaining time to other duties as assigned.
• Conduct and process urine and/or blood samples, read test results, complete intake assessments, and assist in monitoring patient outcomes.

Skills

LPN/LVN license

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Vital signs monitoring

EMR proficiency

Blood draw

Team collaboration

Education

LPN/LVN diploma

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

El Cajon Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC) in El Cajon, CA, is seeking a Dispensing Nurse (LPN/LVN) for our Outpatient MAT OTP program. You will provide compassionate care, dispense medications, and collaborate with the clinical team to ensure safe and effective treatment.

Eligibility includes an active LPN/LVN license and willingness to work morning shifts. The role emphasizes accurate MAR documentation, inventory control, and patient assessment within a regulated MAT environment.