LPN Dispensing Nurse

About the role

Salem Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, seeks a full-time Dispensing Nurse to join our outpatient opioid treatment program (OTP).

Responsibilities

• Work under the supervision of the Nursing Supervisor, Medical Director, and Clinic Director.
• 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 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
Stable shifts and schedule (mornings/days only)
Early morning hours + early afternoon end time
Be a part of helping others in a recovery environment
Paid training

Pay

N/A

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 7:15 AM - 3:45 PM