Medication Nurse (LPN or RN)

We’re looking for a compassionate and driven Medication Nurse who is dedicated to patient‑centered care and recovery. With BHG, you’ll play a critical role in serving patients throughout their recovery journey by screening patients, administering methadone, and closely monitoring patient progress. Join us in our mission to break patients free of addiction and rebuild hope.

Schedule

• Monday – Friday 5:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• Rotating Saturday shift

Pay

$28 – $30 per hour, plus a bonus structure.

Benefits

• Work‑life balance: flexible, predictable schedules; early‑in/early‑out hours; no nights and no Sundays; generous paid time off; holidays off.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life insurance and disability protection.
• Competitive discretionary 401(k) match.
• Recognition and rewards: competitive compensation, quarterly bonus potential, incentives for certifications or licenses.
• Employee perks: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), self‑care and wellness services, exclusive discounts on various services and entertainment options.
• Growth opportunities: role‑based training programs, developmental opportunities, clinical supervision hours, certification support, career‑advancement pathways with a leveling program, tuition reimbursement.

Responsibilities

• Provide care by administering methadone as prescribed, ensuring safe dosing.
• Evaluate and assess new and existing patients to determine the most appropriate course of treatment.
• Observe patients after medication administration and assess their response to treatment.
• Collect and document urine specimens and monitor lab work and physicals.
• Create a welcoming, respectful environment where every patient is treated with dignity and compassion.
• Help ensure the treatment center meets all regulatory, licensing, and accreditation standards.
• Maintain medical‑supply inventory and ensure medications are received, stored, and handled in accordance with DEA regulations.
• Prepare courtesy and vacation dose packages with accuracy.
• Keep patient dosing records complete, organized, and up‑to‑date to support continuity of care.
• Onboard and mentor new nursing team members, sharing knowledge and supporting their success.
• Earn phlebotomy certification when required and continue building clinical skills through ongoing learning.
• Collaborate with counselors, nurses, and the broader care team.

Required Qualifications

• Licensed as an LPN or RN in the state of Virginia.
• CPR and First Aid certified.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in chemical addiction treatment.
• Knowledge of medication‑dispensing equipment, centrifuges, physical‑assessment tools, breathalyzers, and other standard clinical devices.
• Strong data‑entry and computer skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities.
• Excellent critical‑thinking and decision‑making abilities.
• Ability to act independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency with standard office equipment and electronic medical records.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Fast‑paced clinical environment with periods of increased activity.
• Exposure to patients with substance‑use disorders, mental‑health conditions, infectious diseases, and criminal‑justice involvement.
• Prolonged standing, bending, and stooping; alternating between sitting and standing throughout the workday.
• Potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens; use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when required.
• Frequent keyboarding and computer use.