Medication Nurse

Basic Function

The Medication Nurse oversees the self-administration and compliance of residential clients’ medication, and completes supporting documentation.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard and observe the self-administration of approved client medications in accordance with regulations required in residential substance use disorder settings.
• Act as a liaison with Social Services Manager or Director of Nursing for medication approvals.
• Record all incoming medication in the medication inventory log, ensure medication is approved.
• Monitor clients’ ongoing medical issues and report changes to the Social Services Manager.
• Report medication responses to the appropriate physician via the Social Services Department.
• Alert Social Services Manager about all client illnesses, client accidents, injuries, and any other medical issues.
• Complete Daily Medication Review Audit.
• Update and ensure the accuracy of clients’ medication records- including logs, inventory pages, and medication administration records.
• Document medication handling notes and care coordination notes in EHR within the designated timeframe.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing.

Skills

• Excellent computer skills
• Strong organizational, follow-up and time management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Ability to type minimum 40 wpm
• Ability to work well within a team structure
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Professionalism

Education/Training

• High School diploma, or equivalent
• Preferred: Experience working in a Substance Use Disorder (SUD) facility
• Preferred: Two or more years of clinical nursing experience, preferably in substance abuse treatment

Licenses / Certifications

• EITHER – Licensed Vocational Nurse by the California Board of Vocational Nursing.
• OR – Licensed Registered Nurse by the California Board of Registered Nursing.
• Must have unexpired classroom CPR / First Aid Training certification.

Working Conditions

• Frequently remain in stationary position, standing and / or sitting for 4-6 hours.
• Frequently crouch below the waist and / or above the shoulders.
• Occasionally lift and / or move objects up to 25 lbs.
• Occasionally work at various locations across Los Angeles County.

Special Conditions

• Must be willing to undergo random drug screenings.

Position Reports To

Director of Nursing

Job Type

Full-Time, In-Person, Non-Exempt

Pay Range

$30 - $40 / Hour

Benefits

• 100% Paid Blue Shield Trio Plan Medical Insurance Option
• 80% Paid Kaiser Medical Insurance Option
• 40% Dependent Coverage on Medical Insurance Plan
• 80% Paid Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid time off (10 Paid Sick Days Annually, 12 Paid Holidays Annually, Paid Vacation)
• Education Assistance Tuition Reimbursement Program
• 401(k) 4% Employer Match
• 100% Paid $25,000 Life Insurance Plan