Dispensing Nurse (LPN)- Part-time
About the role
Nurses, are you burnt out and in need of a change? A nursing position with Everest Recovery Centers may be for you. We are currently seeking a part‑time Dispensing Nurse (~10 hrs/week) for our Ellsworth, ME facility. Everest Recovery provides a rewarding opportunity with a good work/life balance (Normal hours: 5 am‑12 pm). Saturday morning availability (5:30‑11) is required. There is no heavy lifting and there is limited direct physical contact with patients compared to typical nursing positions. Everest Recovery Centers is run by seasoned veterans in the substance‑use treatment field. Our mission is to improve lives and strengthen communities, one connection at a time. We help people rebuild their self‑esteem and reestablish their roles as productive family members through services that include medication‑assisted treatment, diagnostic assessment, recurrence prevention and support groups, addiction education, counseling, and more.
Position Summary
The primary nursing function is to medicate and assess patients. The nurse will also collect specimens for laboratory testing and will be accountable for accurate and timely documentation.
Responsibilities
- Safe and accurate administration of medications as prescribed, including patient observation
- Compliance with Everest Recovery policy and procedures, state and federal regulations
- Accurate documentation
- Collection of urine specimens
- PPD administration as required by regulation
Requirements
- Licensed LPN (or RN) in the state of Maine
- No prior experience in addiction nursing required; training will be provided
- Successful completion of pre‑employment background screening/investigation and drug screening
Benefits
- Collaborative, patient‑centered culture
- Generous paid leave
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Friendly team‑oriented environment
Pay
$32–$35 hourly wage
Schedule
Part‑time, approximately 10 hours per week. Normal hours 5 am–12 pm. Saturday morning availability (5:30 am–11 am) required.