LPN Dispensing Nurse

Comprehensive Treatment Centers; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a mission-driven team dedicated to transforming lives through compassionate care. As a Dispensing Nurse, you will play a crucial role in supporting patients on their recovery journey from opioid use disorder. This position offers a stable work environment with early morning hours, allowing for a great work-life balance. You'll be responsible for administering medications, maintaining patient records, and providing essential support in an outpatient setting. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, this is the perfect opportunity to join a supportive and innovative healthcare team.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

401(k) plan

Semi-Annual Bonus Program

Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Growth opportunities in the industry

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited nursing school.
• Current LPN license in Massachusetts.
• 1 year experience in addiction recovery preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications safely under supervision.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
• Provide support to patients in a recovery environment.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Administration

Behavioral Health Experience

Documentation Skills

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing

LPN License in Massachusetts

1 year nursing experience in behavioral health

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Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program - Med Unit

Overview

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program - Med Unit

Now Hiring: Dispensing Nurse - LPN

Our Team

Springfield Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), 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. Our Med Unit in Spencer, MA is hiring an LPN to provide care in an outpatient treatment setting. 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.

Transforming Lives With Community & Compassion

With 14 outpatient opioid treatment programs (OTPs) across Massachusetts and Rhode Island, we are committed to removing barriers to care and fostering long-term recovery. Through collaborations with nursing homes, justice-involved populations, and community organizations, we ensure comprehensive, patient-centered support. Our CTC clinics cultivate a supportive recovery environment by hosting engaging patient events, including holiday celebrations, Black Balloon Day, and wellness initiatives. Additionally, we partner with yoga programs, animal therapy providers, and health services to promote holistic healing and whole-person well-being throughout the recovery journey.

Where Passion Meets Purpose. Join Our Team!

Our compassionate nursing team is dedicated to empowering individuals on their recovery journey, providing skilled medical care, administering safe and effective medications, and offering unwavering patient support. Through evidence-based treatment and a patient-centered approach, our nurses play a vital role in helping individuals reclaim their lives. If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a supportive, mission-driven team committed to transforming lives and strengthening local communities, we encourage you to apply today. Join us in delivering dedicated care and meaningful recovery support.

Full Time Hours: Early morning hours offering a great work/life balance:

• Monday - Friday: 5:30 AM - 1:30 PM
• Some weekend rotation may be required
  
  

Our Benefits

• Semi-Annual Bonus Program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Competitive 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation and sick time
• STAR LRP Student Loan Forgiveness
• Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry
  
  

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
  
  

Your Job As Dispensing Nurse

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

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.
  
  

Compensation for roles at Springfield Comprehensive Treatment Center varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Springfield Comprehensive Treatment Center 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 the role: $32.00 - $34.00 per hour

Qualifications

Your Education, Skills and Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
• Prefer 1 year nursing experience in behavioral health, outpatient treatment program, or addiction recovery field
• Training or experience treating patients with MAT (medication assisted treatment) highly preferred
• There must be no history of alcohol or other drug misuse for a period of three years before employment
  
  

Licenses/Certifications

• Current LPN license in the state of Massachusetts
  
  

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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