LPN Dispensing Nurse

Acadia Healthcare; Lynn (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Stable shifts

Early morning hours

Job summary

Lynn Comprehensive Treatment Center, part of Acadia Healthcare, is seeking a per diem LPN/LVN to staff an outpatient MAT OTP setting in Lynn, MA. The Dispensing Nurse will administer medications, monitor vitals, educate patients, and support the clinical team.

The role emphasizes medication administration with a heavy focus on accurate documentation and inventory control, involving urine/blood testing and charting in EMR systems.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) with current license.
• 1 year of nursing experience in behavioral health, outpatient treatment, or addiction recovery is preferred.
• Experience treating patients in outpatient treatment programs is a plus.
• Ability to operate, monitor, and maintain medical equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Work under the supervision of Nursing Supervisor, Medical Director, and Clinic Director.
• Prepare and administer medications as ordered by Medical Director or Physician.
• Document medication administration and nursing care in patient records.
• Maintain inventory and safekeeping of all medication stock and records per regulatory rules.
• Keep accurate accounting of medications received and dispensed.
• Dedicate approximately 90% of work hours to medication administration activities.
• Conduct urine and/or blood samples, read results, and assist in monitoring patient outcomes.
• Complete all documentation accurately and in compliance with standards.
• May transport medications or work on a Mobile Unit as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

LPN/LVN

Behavioral health

Outpatient treatment

EMR systems

Education

LPN/LVN license

Tools

EMR software

Clinical software

Job description

Overview

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program (OTP)

Now Hiring: LPN Dispensing Nurse

Per Diem Hours:

Varying days and hours, working on an as-needed basis:

• 5:30 AM - 1:30 PM most days; weekends included

Benefits of Joining our Nursing Team:

• Lower stress environment working in our medication dispensary
• No heavy lifting of patients/no bedside care
• Stable shifts and schedule (day/morning shifts only)
• Early morning hours + early afternoon end time
• Be a part of helping others in a recovery environment
• Paid training

Our Team

Lynn Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Lynn, MA, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers—the nation's leader in medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for individuals seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder. We provide a continuum of care that includes Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), Office-Based Addiction Treatment (OBAT), Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), and mobile treatment units. Our approach to holistic addiction care extends beyond clinical treatment, incorporating recovery coaching, community outreach and partnerships to ensure patients receive comprehensive, patient-centered support.

Your Job as Dispensing Nurse:

The Dispensing Nurse (LPN/LVN) provides compassionate and professional care in an outpatient opioid treatment program (OTP) setting. This role includes assessing patients, administering medications, monitoring vital signs, educating patients and families, and collaborating with the clinical team to ensure safe and effective treatment. The nurse upholds all standards of professional nursing practice and clinic policies while ensuring accurate reporting and documentation of patient care and progress.

Your Responsibilities as Dispensing Nurse:

• 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; 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.

Compensation for roles at Lynn CTC varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Lynn CTC provides a reasonable hourly range of compensation for roles that may be hired in Massachusetts as set forth below.Role Location: Massachusetts

Calculated Salary Range for therole

$27.52 - $32.00 per hour

Qualifications

Your Education, Skills and 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