LPN Dispensing Nurse - Outpatient MAT, Mornings

Acadia Healthcare; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Semi-Annual Bonus

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation

Work-life balance

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare's Volunteer Comprehensive Treatment Center in Chattanooga is seeking a dedicated LPN/LVN Dispensing Nurse for an outpatient MAT OTP setting. You'll assess patients, administer medications, monitor vital signs, and document care in the EMR, collaborating with the clinical team to ensure safe treatment.

This role offers stable mornings, a supportive team, paid training, and opportunities for growth within the nation's 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 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 patient assessment, including evaluating medical histories, symptoms, and overall condition.
• Ability to monitor and record vital signs such as temperature, pulse, and blood pressure accurately and consistently.
• Ability to administer medications and treatments as prescribed by a physician in accordance with clinic protocols.
• Ability to observe and document patient responses, side effects, and treatment outcomes to ensure safe and effective care.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Vital signs monitoring

Documentation

Education

LPN/LVN License

CPR Certification

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Acadia Healthcare's Volunteer Comprehensive Treatment Center in Chattanooga is seeking a dedicated LPN/LVN Dispensing Nurse for an outpatient MAT OTP setting. You'll assess patients, administer medications, monitor vital signs, and document care in the EMR, collaborating with the clinical team to ensure safe treatment.

This role offers stable mornings, a supportive team, paid training, and opportunities for growth within the nation's leading MAT provider.