LPN Dispensing Nurse - Turnersville

Onix Group; Washington Township (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Flexible scheduling

Career advancement

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401k with company match

Company paid life insurance

FSA & HRA

Job summary

ARS Treatment Centers in Turnersville, NJ is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our outpatient treatment team. The LPN dispenses medications used in treatment and ensures completeness of medical records with the Director of Nursing.

Responsibilities include inventory management, processing physician orders, and participating in regular medical meetings to uphold licensure standards and provide compassionate, compliant patient care.

Qualifications

• Active LPN license in New Jersey.
• Experience with substance-use treatment settings is a plus.
• Ability to make independent clinical decisions when needed.
• Proficient with computers and health information systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Dispense medications used in treatment and maintain accurate records.
• Monitor medication inventory and report shortages.
• Reconcile inventory of methadone and Suboxone after dosing.
• Process physician orders and document notes per orders.
• Participate in treatment team and medical meetings per licensure standards.

Skills

LPN license NJ

Medication dispensing

Independent decision-making

Computer proficiency

Excellent communication

Education

Nursing degree or diploma

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Turnersville, NJ 08012

Salary Range: $26.00 - $28.00 Hourly

Schedule: Monday-Friday 4:45am-12:45pm

ARS Treatment Centers specialize in outpatient treatment of those addicted to opiates. Our clinic is one of ten locations in the mid-Atlantic region that provides specialized outpatient services through medication-assisted treatment.

Respect, Empowerment, Professionalism, and Excellence are operationalized at all levels of the organization. We welcome input and ideas from patients and staff at all levels and incorporate them into our daily activities, interactions and strategic plan.

We are currently seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team!

ARS rewards it’s employees for their hard work and dedication to providing the best care possible, with a wide-range of benefits and perks to show we care.

BENEFITS AND PERKS WE OFFER:

• Benefits
• Competitive Wages
• We offer flexible scheduling to accommodate your work/life balance
• Opportunities for Career Advancement and Personal Growth
• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits for You & Your Family
• 401k Retirement With Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA)
• Paid Time Off - Vacation, Personal, Sick Days & Paid Holidays
• Short-term Disability and Maternity Leave Options, Personal and Family Medical Leave
• Company provided Life and Long Term Disability Coverage
• And More!

Employee Perks Program

• Tickets At Work for Discounted Entertainment Tickets!
• Tuition Reimbursement
• In Facility Training/In-service Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free Will/Estate Preparation Services
• Optional Legal & Identity Protection Services
• Verizon Wireless Discount

Position Description

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for dispensing any medications the clinic may utilize in the treatment of patients. The LPN Dispensing Nurse is responsible for the completeness of all medical aspects of the medical record and works with the Director of Nursing to assure appropriate medical care for patients.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Sets up for dispensing of medication and dispenses medication.
• Monitors medication inventory and reports to charge nurses.
• Reconciles inventory of Methadone and Suboxone at conclusion of dosing
• Signs and processes physician orders. Enters notes and inputs flags as per physician orders
• Processes phase change requests
• Participates on Treatment team and regular Medical Meetings as per Licensure standards.
• Be proficient with State Licensure Standards, CARF Standards, 42 CFR and HIPAA standards and Company policies.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program with an active license as a Licensed Practical Nurse in New Jersey.
• Some understanding of substance abuse.
• Ability to make independent decisions when needed
• Proficient in the use of personal computers
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Successful completion of State required background check and required training.