Licensed Dosing Nurse (Part Time LPN - 24 hours per week Mon, Tue and Thu)

Essential Functions

• Supply and administer medication pursuant to physician order and record dosage administered in the medical record.
• C Conduct an actual sight and count inventory of the medication supply daily.
• Maintain absolute accuracy in daily accounting of medication that is supplied or administered in inventory.
• Collect fees and perform daily cash reconciliation in the absence of a cashier position.
• Ensure disposal of medical waste through the proper protocol.
• Observe the patient's demeanor prior to dosing.
• Contact other centers to verify dosages as needed.
• Administer appropriate lab tests as required including patient vital signs, TB tests when required, and collects data for review by the Medical Director or RN.
• Schedule and screen patients to be seen by the Medical Director.
• Assist the Medical Director in collecting data for the history and physical as required.
• Maintain absolute control, tracking, and confidentiality of all patient medical paperwork.
• Actively participate in CARF preparation and state audit process.
• Interface with the public and patients by answering phones, greeting visitors, and monitoring patient activities while on center premises.

Essential Qualifications

• Education/Licensure/Certification: Active LPN license in the state of Missouri or multi-state.
• Required Knowledge: Understanding of opiate addiction, medical terminology, general nursing knowledge, and techniques.
• Basic mathematics skills.
• Must be computer literate and have basic knowledge of all Microsoft products including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Must have basic typing skills.
• Experience Required: Minimum of 1-year direct patient contact. Prior experience in the clinical environment is helpful.