LPN/LVN Dispensing Nurse

About the role

Springfield Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, is hiring a Per Diem LPN Dispensing Nurse for its 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.
• May be required to transport medication to other locations or work on a CTC Mobile Unit.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Qualifications

• Current LPN/LVN license in the state of Massachusetts.
• Current CPR certification where required by state regulation.

Skills

• Compassionate and professional care in an outpatient opioid treatment program setting.
• 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.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements related to controlled substances and patient care.
• Collaborative within a multidisciplinary team 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.
• Part of helping others in a recovery environment.
• Paid training.

Pay

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

Schedule

Varying days and hours, working on an as-needed basis: Weekends, as needed. Varying shifts based on need.