Dispensing Nurse

Description

MedMark Treatment 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 for maintaining dispensing equipment, managing medication inventory, and reporting patient treatment information. An ideal candidate works cooperatively with supervisory counseling staff and demonstrates a non-judgmental and accepting attitude toward individuals in substance use disorder.

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 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.
• Aid Nursing Supervisor in orienting new nursing staff.
• Perform other related duties as determined by supervisor.

Qualifications

• Current & good standing LPN license in the State of Georgia.
• Current CPR certification required.
• EMR & computer proficiency desired.
• Experience in chemical dependency preferred.
• Self-motivated and directed.
• Positive attitude toward individuals in substance abuse treatment.
• Satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check.

Here is what you can expect from us:

MedMark Treatment Center is a progressive substance abuse treatment organization dedicated to providing high-quality patient care in a comfortable outpatient clinic setting. Our mission is to address the physical, emotional, and mental aspects of opioid use disorder to help each patient achieve long-term recovery and an improved quality of life.

We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and comply with all federal, state, and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based on race, color, age, national 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.