TEMPORARY NURSE OPPORTUNITY (12 week assignment)-LVN/LPN or LPT

BAART Programs; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Retirement Plan

Accrued Sick Time

Candidate Referral Program

Bereavement Leave

Jury Duty & Witness Duty Leave

BayMark University Learning

Job summary

BAART Programs in California is seeking a licensed nurse for a 12-week temporary/full-time assignment. The dispensing nurse will manage medication dispensing, inventory, and patient treatment reporting, while collaborating with supervisory counseling staff and maintaining a non-judgmental posture toward individuals in substance use treatment.

Responsibilities include administering daily medications (Methadone/Suboxone) and ensuring compliance with federal/state regulations, along with

Qualifications

• Current and good standing California LPN/LVN/RN license.
• CPR certification required.
• EMR & computer proficiency desired.
• Experience in chemical dependency preferred; positive attitude toward substance use treatment.
• Satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Administer daily medication to patients per policy and protocols (Methadone/Suboxone).
• Use automated dispensing systems; calibrate pumps; maintain dispensing equipment.
• Produce and maintain records/reports per company protocol and regulations.
• Ensure compliance with security standards for distribution/storage of controlled substances.
• Order, receive and stock medication per DEA/state regulations (if POA granted).
• Provide daily assessment of patients.
• Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.

Skills

LPN/LVN/RN license (CA)

CPR certification

EMR proficiency

Chemical dependency experience (prefer

Drug screen & background check

Tools

EMR software

Job description

TEMPORARY / FULL TIME - NURSE OPPORTUNITY

BAART Programs is looking for a nurse to help with a 12-week assignment with no benefits. The dispensing nurse also shares responsibility of maintaining dispensing equipment, managing medication inventory and reporting patient treatment information. An ideal dispensing nurse candidate works cooperatively with supervisory counseling staff and demonstrates a non-judgmental and accepting attitude toward the Substance Use Disorder.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Administer daily medication to patients in accordance with program policy and medical protocols, including Methadone and Suboxone
• Use automated dispensing system(s), calibrate pump and maintain dispensing equipment
• Produce and maintain appropriate records and reports as required by Company protocol, 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
• Other related duties as determined by supervisor

Qualifications:

• Current and good standing Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)/Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of California
• Current CPR certification required
• EMR & computer proficiency desired
• Experience in chemical dependency preferred, self-motivated and directed, must have a positive attitude toward individuals in substance abuse treatment
• Satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check.

Salary Range:

Salary ranges from $27.26 to $28.26 an hour.

The salary of the candidate(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, education, specialty and training.

Qualified Part-Time Employees receive:

• 401K Retirement Plan
• Accrued Sick Time
• Candidate Referral Program
• Bereavement Leave
• Jury Duty & Witness Duty Leave
• BayMark University Learning

Total compensation goes beyond the value on the paycheck. Please consider the total compensation package by contacting us at BayMark Health Services for more information.

Here is what you can expect from us:

BAART Programs is a progressive substance abuse treatment program that is committed to the highest quality of patient care in a comfortable outpatient clinic setting. Our ultimate goal is to address the physical, emotional, and mental aspects of opioid use disorder to help each of our patients achieve long-term recovery and an improved quality of life.

BAART Programs is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) and to follow compliance guidelines with all Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, natural origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition, disability or veteran’s status or any other classification protected by State/Federal laws.