FT OTP Dispensing Nurse

Health Care Resource Centers; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Voluntary Worksite Benefits

Short & Long Term Disability

Basic Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Bereavement Leave

Flexible Sick Time

Employee Referral Program

BayMark Perks Program

Jury Duty & Witness Duty Leave

BayMark University Learning

Job summary

Health Care Resource Center is seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to dispense prescribed medications and support a treatment team with physicians and nursing supervisors in an outpatient setting. The role emphasizes empathetic, non-judgmental care for individuals in substance use disorder treatment.

The dispensing nurse will manage medication inventory, operate dispensing equipment, and report patient information while maintaining compliance with Federal and State regulations.

Qualifications

• LPN license in MA and in good standing.
• Current CPR certification required.
• EMR and basic computer proficiency preferred.
• Experience in chemical dependency treatment preferred.
• Satisfactory drug screening and background check.

Responsibilities

• Administer daily medication to patients per policy and protocols.
• Use automated dispensing systems and calibrate equipment.
• Maintain records and reports per company protocol and regulations.
• Ensure security standards for controlled substances and storage.
• Order, receive and stock medications per DEA/state rules.
• Provide daily patient assessments.
• Assist Nursing Supervisor in orienting new staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

EMR proficiency

Computer proficiency

CPR certification

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse Licensure (MA)

Job description

Description

Full Time 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 $37.50 to $39.98 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.

BayMark Offers Excellent Benefits

• 401K match
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Worksite Benefits (i.e., Accidental Injury)
• Company paid Short & Long Term Disability
• Company paid Basic Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Sick Time
• Employee Referral Program
• BayMark Perks Program
• Jury Duty & Witness Duty Leave
• BayMark University Learning

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.