LPN Dispensing Nurse

Acadia Healthcare; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Semi-Annual Bonus

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid vacation and sick time

Work-life balance with early hours

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Mooresville Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC) in Mooresville, NC, part of Acadia Healthcare, is seeking an LPN Dispensing Nurse for a full-time, early-morning schedule. The role focuses on safe, accurate dispensing of MAT medications under medical direction, with emphasis on documentation and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate has an LPN license in NC (or compact) and preferred experience in behavioral health or MAT settings. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Prefer 1 year of nursing experience in behavioral health, outpatient MAT, or addiction recovery.
• No history of alcohol or other drug misuse for three years prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Works under the supervision of the Medical Director and the Clinic Director.
• Maintains nursing standards of care.
• Prepares and administers medications accurately and timely as ordered by the Medical Director or Program Physician.
• Maintains accurate accounting of all medication received and dispensed.
• Charts medication administration and documents patient progress in MARs and notes.
• Ensures safekeeping of medication stock and required DEA/ADP records.
• Dedicates at least 90% of scheduled hours to medication administration; 10% for other duties.
• Handles urine collection, tests, and result documentation as ordered.

Skills

Behavioral health experience

Medication administration

Documentation

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Job description

Overview

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program (OTP)

Seeking:LPN Dispensing Nurse

Full-TimeHours:

• Monday - Friday 4:45 AM - 1:15 PM


• Saturdays 4:45 AM - 8 AM

Our Benefits:

• Semi-Annual Bonus Program


• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance


• Competitive 401(k) plan


• Paid vacation and sick time


• Early morning hours offering a great work/life balance


• Opportunityfor growth that is second to none in the industry

Our Team:

Mooresville Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Mooresville, NC, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation. Our nursing team provides compassionate, high quality safe and efficient medication dispensing to patients that are seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder.

Your Job as Dispensing Nurse:

The LPN is instrumental in our patient’s treatment and recovery from opioid use disorder. LPNs provide high quality, safe and efficient dispensing of doses of medication to patients under the direction of the Medical Director or Physician. The LPN is responsible for thorough, accurate reporting and documentation of the patient's symptoms, responses and progress.

Additional Benefits of Joining our Nursing Team

• Lower stress environment working in our medication dispensary


• No heavy lifting of patients/no bedside


• Stable shifts and schedule (mornings/days only)


• Early morning hours + early afternoon end time


• Be a part of helping others in a recovery environment


• Paid training

Your Responsibilities as Dispensing Nurse:

• Works under the supervision of the Medical Director and the Clinic Director;


• Maintains practical nursing professional standards of care;


• Prepares and administers medication as ordered by the Medical Director or Program Physician accurately and in a timely manner;


• Maintains accurate accounting of all medication received (from supplier) and dispensed (to the patients);


• Charts medication administration in nurse's notes accurately and in a timely manner;


• Documents nursing care provided, and maintains appropriate records related to patient’s progress and activities accurately and in a timely manner;


• Responsible for the safekeeping of all medication stock and the records required by the DEA, FDA, and ADP;


• Dedicates a minimum of 90% of regularly scheduled work hours to activities directly related to the administration of medication; the remaining 10% will be dedicated to other activities as assigned;


• Responsible for urine collection and processing, reading test results as ordered by Program Physicians and the completion of all forms involved in these procedures.

Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility. Check your eligibility here: HRSA Eligibility

Qualifications

Your Education, Skills and Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing


• Prefer 1 year of nursing experience in behavioral health, outpatient treatment program, or addiction recovery field.


• There must be no history of alcohol or other drug misuse for a period of three years before employment

Ideal Experience:

• Previous nursing experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities, is highly preferred but not required.




• Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including the safe handling, administration, and documentation of methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.




• Experience in medication dispensing, monitoring patient dosing, and observing for adverse reactions or medication interactions.




• Understanding of nursing best practices related to substance use treatment, including trauma-informed care and harm reduction principles.




• Accurate and timely documentation of medication administration records (MARs), patient vitals, and incident reports in accordance with state and federal guidelines.




• Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., DEA, 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and Joint Commission standards) related to controlled substances and patient care.




• Proven ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, counselors, case managers, and support staff, to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Current LPN license in the state of North Carolina, or compact license

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