LPN Dispensing Nurse — Morning Hours, Growth & Balance

Acadia Healthcare; Duncansville (Blair County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Competitive 401(k) plan

Paid vacation and sick time

Early morning hours offering a great W

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare’s Duncansville Comprehensive Treatment Center in Pennsylvania seeks a compassionate LPN dispensing nurse for our outpatient MAT/OTP program. The role focuses on medication dispensing, patient assessment, vitals, education, and collaboration with the clinical team in a safe, efficient setting.

The position offers morning shifts, a supportive team, and opportunities for growth within a leading MAT provider.

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 in outpatient treatment programs is 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 patient assessment, including evaluating medical histories, symptoms, and overall condition.
• Ability to monitor and record vital signs accurately.
• Ability to administer medications and treatments as prescribed by a physician.
• Ability to observe and document patient responses and outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Work under 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.
• Ensure safekeeping and accurate inventory of all medication stock and records per regulatory agencies.
• Maintain precise accounting of all medication received from suppliers and dispensed to patients.
• Dedicate approximately 90% of work hours to medication administration; remaining time for other duties as directed.
• Conduct and process urine and/or blood samples, read results, complete intake assessments, and monitor patient outcomes.
• Complete all documentation related to these procedures in compliance with standards.
• May transport medication to other locations or work on a CTC Mobile Unit as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Nursing experience in behavioralhealth

Drawing blood

EMR systems

Vital signs monitoring

Medication administration

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

LPN/LVN license

Job description

Acadia Healthcare’s Duncansville Comprehensive Treatment Center in Pennsylvania seeks a compassionate LPN dispensing nurse for our outpatient MAT/OTP program. The role focuses on medication dispensing, patient assessment, vitals, education, and collaboration with the clinical team in a safe, efficient setting.

The position offers morning shifts, a supportive team, and opportunities for growth within a leading MAT provider.