Morning Methadone Medication Nurse – Part-Time

Behavioral Health Group - BHG; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

Flexible schedule

Tuition reimbursement

401K match

Bonuses

Employee discounts

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Behavioral Health Group (BHG) in Reno, NV is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse to administer methadone and support patient care within a multidisciplinary team. The position requires documenting dosing, monitoring patients after administration, and maintaining compliance with DEA and accreditation standards.

The schedule is 5:00am to 12:30pm, part-time, with a focus on accuracy, compassion, and safety.

Qualifications

• Licensed as LPN/LVN or RN in the state of employment.
• CPR and First Aid certified.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Preferred experience in chemical addiction.
• Accurate data entry skills and basic computing knowledge.
• Ability to work independently under pressure and handle multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of dosing equipment, centrifuge, physical assessment tools, test strips, breathalyzers, and other medical equipment.
• Basic knowledge and skill in using standard office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Administer methadone as prescribed.
• Evaluate and assess new and current patients for treatment appropriateness.
• Observe and assess patients post-administration.
• Follow all physician orders.
• Assess patient appropriateness for dosing.
• Collect urine specimens, file contract urines, and record results.
• Maintain medical supply inventories.
• Receive medication shipments per DEA and company procedures.
• Coordinate and prepare courtesy and vacation dose packages.
• Train new nurses.
• Implement quality health standards.
• Maintain accurate patient dosing records and medication inventory reconciliation.
• Report and document medication discrepancies to the Nursing Supervisor and Program Director.
• Plan and implement treatment center improvements.
• Participate in weekly treatment team meetings and external training.
• Communicate regularly with nursing team members.
• Monitor physicals and lab work.
• Stay updated on drug abuse trends and treatment information.
• Participate in monthly in-service trainings.
• Ensure treatment center meets accreditation standards.
• Meet attendance standards and be ready for work as scheduled.
• Report work-related injuries, illnesses, hazards, or security issues to the supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Achieve specific annual goals and objectives.
• Comply with all regulatory and accrediting agency requirements.
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Skills

LPN/LVN or RN

CPR & First Aid

Driver's license

Chemical addiction experience (pref)

Data entry

Independent work

Dosing equipment knowledge

Office equipment basics

Education

LPN/LVN or RN license

Job description

Behavioral Health Group (BHG) in Reno, NV is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse to administer methadone and support patient care within a multidisciplinary team. The position requires documenting dosing, monitoring patients after administration, and maintaining compliance with DEA and accreditation standards.

The schedule is 5:00am to 12:30pm, part-time, with a focus on accuracy, compassion, and safety.