Licensed Practical Nurse - PRN - Philadelphia, PA

Merakey; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Retirement plan

Limited benefits

EAP access

On the Goga

Employee discounts

Pryor Online Learning

Job summary

Merakey in Philadelphia, PA is seeking a Dispensing LPN for our Drug & Alcohol Recovery Program. You will administer and dispense methadone per guidelines, monitor patients, document daily activities, and support the physician's treatment plan.

The ideal candidate will have a practical nursing credential, PA LPN/RN license, and at least one year of nursing experience, including narcotic dispensing; CPR certification is preferred to ensure safety and quality care in a recovery setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited practical/vocational nursing program is required.
• Current license as an LPN or RN in the Commonwealth of PA is required.
• Minimum one (1) year nursing experience is required; experience with dispensing narcotic medication preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer/dispense methadone per State and Federal Guidelines.
• Ensure accurate recording of administration/dispensing transactions.
• Support the physician and/or medical director's treatment plan.
• Assess and document client response to treatment and dosage.
• Maintain medical records and charts.
• Collect specimens for point-of-care testing and labs.
• Monitor TB, HIV, and Hep C testing and refer as needed.
• Provide emergency care as necessary (CPR, emergency meds).

Skills

Dispensing methadone

Medication administration

Nursing care

Documentation

Education

Graduate from an accredited practical/vocational nursing program

LPN/RN license in PA

Job description

Make a Difference in Recovery!

Join our team at our Drug & Alcohol Recovery Program in Philadelphia, PA as a Dispensing LPN!

You will play a critical role in supporting individuals on their recovery journey by providing medication management, health monitoring, and compassionate clinical care while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. Your work will help promote recovery, wellness, and hope for those we serve.

As a Dispensing LPN, you are responsible for assisting in all areas of client care in the opioid treatment program and in compliance with all with Pennsylvania State and Federal laws and regulations.

The LPN will ensure that medication is dispensed to clients as prescribed, chart daily, and will monitor client's response to treatment and medication dosage.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Administer/dispense methadone per State and Federal Guidelines


• Ensure adequate recording of the administration/dispensing transaction


• Ensure that the treatment plan of the physician and/or medical director is being followed


• Assess client response to treatment and medication dosage/interactions


• Maintain all medical records including but not limited to individual charts, daily medicationcharts, dosage records, progress notes, Doctor's orders, etc., as required


• Collect and prepare client specimens for point of care testing/external lab analysis


• Monitor tuberculosis, HIV, and Hep C testing for all individuals, including making outside referrals when necessary


• Provide emergency care as needed (CPR, PMAB, Emergency Medications)

Earn $33.98 per hour.

Benefits

Merakey offers benefits tailored to support your unique work arrangements.

• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!


• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.


• Voluntary limited benefits offered through the American Worker. Offerings include limited* medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. (*not a substitute for major medical insurance)


• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).


• Enjoy our On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.


• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.


• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year.

Click here to watch a video about Merakey.

Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.

Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Graduate from an accredited practical/vocational nursing program


• Current license as an LPN or RN in the Commonwealth of PA


• 1 year of nursing experience is required


• Minimum one (1) year experience with dispensing narcotic medication required, preferably in substance abuse treatment including treatment of opioid dependence


• Current CPR certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with drawing labs, performing EKGs, wound care, and triage is preferred.


• Experience with chemically dependent population is preferred