Dispensing Nurse LPN/LVN (Per Diem)

About the role

Our Team Fall River Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, offers medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for individuals seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder. Services include Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), Office-Based Addiction Treatment (OBAT), Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), and mobile treatment units. We provide holistic care that includes recovery coaching, community outreach, and partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Work under the supervision of the Nursing Supervisor, Medical Director, and Clinic Director while maintaining professional standards of care.
• Prepare and administer medication as ordered by the Medical Director or Program Physician accurately and in a timely manner.
• Document medication administration and nursing care in patient records promptly and accurately, including notes on progress and activities.
• Maintain precise accounting of all medication received from suppliers and dispensed to patients.
• Dedicate approximately 90% of work hours to medication administration activities; the remaining time may be assigned to other duties by the Medical or Clinic Director.
• Conduct and process urine and/or blood samples, read test results, complete intake assessments, and assist in monitoring patient outcomes.
• Complete all documentation associated with these procedures accurately and in compliance with clinic standards.
• Depending on clinic needs, may be required to transport medication to other locations or work on a CTC Mobile Unit.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing (LPN/LVN).
• Prefer 1 year of nursing experience in behavioral health, outpatient treatment program, or addiction recovery field.
• Training or experience treating patients in an outpatient treatment program, preferred.
• Ability to operate, monitor, and maintain medical equipment safely and effectively.
• Skilled in drawing blood and collecting other specimens for laboratory testing.
• Proficient in EMR systems and related clinical software applications.
• Competent in patient assessment, including evaluating medical histories, symptoms, and overall condition.
• Able to monitor and record vital signs such as temperature, pulse, and blood pressure accurately and consistently.
• Able to administer medications and treatments as prescribed by a physician in accordance with clinic protocols.
• Able to observe and document patient responses, side effects, and treatment outcomes to ensure safe and effective care.
• Able to accurately and timely document medication administration records (MARs), patient vitals, and incident reports in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., DEA, 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and Joint Commission standards) related to controlled substances and patient care.
• Proven ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, counselors, case managers, and support staff, to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care.

Skills

• Ability to operate, monitor, and maintain medical equipment safely and effectively.
• Skilled in drawing blood and collecting other specimens for laboratory testing.
• Proficient in EMR systems and related clinical software applications.
• Competent in patient assessment, including evaluating medical histories, symptoms, and overall condition.
• Able to monitor and record vital signs such as temperature, pulse, and blood pressure accurately and consistently.
• Able to administer medications and treatments as prescribed by a physician in accordance with clinic protocols.
• Able to observe and document patient responses, side effects, and treatment outcomes to ensure safe and effective care.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., DEA, 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and Joint Commission standards) related to controlled substances and patient care.
• Proven ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, counselors, case managers, and support staff, to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care.

Benefits

• No heavy lifting of patients/no bedside care.
• Stable shifts and schedule (day/morning shifts only).
• Early morning hours + early afternoon end time.
• Be a part of helping others in a recovery environment.
• Paid training.

Pay

Compensation for roles at the Fall River CTC varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific location, role, skill set, and level of experience. The Fall River CTC provides a reasonable hourly range of compensation for roles that may be hired in Massachusetts as set forth below.

Schedule

Per Diem Hours: Varying days and hours, working on an as-needed basis:

• Week 1:
  • Sunday: Off
  • Monday: Off
  • Tuesday: 4:45am - 1:30pm
  • Wednesday: 4:45am - 1:30pm
  • Thursday: 4:45am - 1:30pm
  • Friday: 4:45am - 1:30pm
  • Saturday: Off
• Week 2:
  • Sunday: 5:30am - 8:30am
  • Monday: 5:00am - 10am
  • Tuesday: 4:45am - 1:00pm
  • Wednesday: 4:45am - 1:00pm
  • Thursday: 4:45am - 1:00pm
  • Friday: 4:45am - 1:00pm
  • Saturday: Off