LPN Dispensing Nurse – Substance Use Treatment

Health Care Resource Centers; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 67,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Voluntary Worksite Benefits

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Bereavement Leave

Flexible Sick Time

Employee Referral Program

BayMark Perks Program

Jury Duty & Witness Duty Leave

BayMark University Learning

Job summary

Health Care Resource Center is seeking a detail oriented and empathetic Licensed Practical Nurse to dispense prescribed medications as part of a treatment team in partnership with Physicians and Nursing Supervisors. The dispensing nurse also shares responsibility of maintaining dispensing equipment, managing medication inventory and reporting patient treatment information.

An ideal candidate works cooperatively with supervisory counseling staff and maintains a non-judgmental attitude toward

Qualifications

• Current & good standing LPN license in Massachusetts.
• Current CPR certification.
• EMR & computer proficiency desired.
• Experience in chemical dependency preferred, self-motivated and positive attitude toward individuals in substance abuse treatment.
• Satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Administer daily medication to patients in accordance with program policy and medical protocols.
• Use automated dispensing system(s), calibrate pump and maintain dispensing equipment.
• Produce and maintain appropriate records and reports as required by Company policy, Federal and State Regulations.
• Ensure compliance with security standards for the distribution and storage of controlled substances as set forth in the Code of Federal regulations.
• Order, receive and stock medication in accordance with DEA and State regulations. (If granted Power of Attorney)
• Provide daily assessment of patients.
• Assist Nursing Supervisor to orient new nursing staff.
• Other related duties as determined by supervisor.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Empathetic

Team player

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Health Care Resource Center is seeking a detail oriented and empathetic Licensed Practical Nurse to dispense prescribed medications as part of a treatment team in partnership with Physicians and Nursing Supervisors. The dispensing nurse also shares responsibility of maintaining dispensing equipment, managing medication inventory and reporting patient treatment information.

An ideal candidate works cooperatively with supervisory counseling staff and maintains a non-judgmental attitude toward