LPN Dispensing Nurse - Part Time
Comprehensive Treatment Centers · Brattleboro, VT · 2 mo ago
$26.06–$31.95/hrPart-time
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
If you’re looking for meaningful work, stability, and better work–life balance, this is it.
- Low‑stress nursing environment — no bedside care, no heavy lifting
- Consistent, predictable schedule — mornings only
- Work that matters — support people on their recovery journey
- Paid training
- Be done before lunch most days
What You’ll Do
As a Dispensing Nurse (LPN or RN), you’ll play a key role in supporting patients through their treatment journey. Your work will include:
Daily Responsibilities
- Administer medications as ordered by our Medical Director or Program Physician
- Document patient care and progress accurately and promptly
- Monitor vitals, conduct intake assessments, and support patients through their treatment plans
- Ensure all medication is accounted for and handled according to DEA/FDA guidelines
- Maintain accurate inventory of medication—your attention to detail matters
- Perform and process urine/blood samples and review results
- Collaborate with the clinical team to ensure safe, effective treatment
- Occasionally support mobile unit operations or transport medication, depending on clinic needs
- Other duties as assigned (About 90% of your time will be spent on medication administration.)
Pay Range (Vermont)
- LPN: $26.06 – $31.95/hour
- RN: $32.30 – $40.38/hour
Compensation varies with experience, skillset, and location.
Your Education, Skills And Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing (LPN)
- 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
- Ability to monitor and record vital signs such as temperature, pulse, and blood pressure accurately and consistently
- Ability to administer medications and treatments as prescribed by a physician in accordance with clinic protocols
- Ability to observe and document patient responses, side effects, and treatment outcomes to ensure safe and effective care
Preferred Experience
- Previous nursing experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities, is highly preferred but not required
- Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including the safe handling, administration, and documentation of methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone
- Experience in medication dispensing, monitoring patient dosing, and observing for adverse reactions or medication interactions
- Understanding of nursing best practices related to substance use treatment, including trauma-informed care and harm reduction principles
- Accurate and timely documentation of 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
Licenses/Certifications
- Current LPN license in the state of Vermont
- Current CPR certification where required by state regulation