Nurse LPN **
About the role
As a Dosing Nurse at Community Medical Services (CMS), you'll administer medication to patients recovering from opioid and other substance use disorders, creating a safe, judgment-free space where healing can begin. You'll work closely with your Clinic Manager and medical providers, conduct testing, manage medication inventory, maintain accurate records, and support clients navigating recovery.
Schedule
Monday-Friday 7AM-4PM and rotating Saturdays 5:30AM-10:30AM.
Responsibilities
- Administer medications as ordered by CMS medical providers.
- Monitor behavioral, medical, and physical symptoms related to dosage and substance use.
- Obtain vital signs, blood specimens, and urine samples.
- Process point-of-care urine drug screens per company policy.
- Prepare take-home medication (not applicable in Montana).
- Monitor medication administration closely to prevent diversion and report concerns.
- Maintain accurate client records in our EHR system.
- Document medication errors and respond to adverse reactions per protocol.
- Coordinate courtesy dosing for incoming/outgoing clients.
- Deliver medications to external facilities as needed.
- Order and maintain dosing room and nursing supplies.
- Keep accurate medication inventory records.
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, local, and accrediting body regulations.
- Administer CPR when necessary.
Requirements
- Active LPN license in your state of employment.
- Current CPR certification.
- Willingness to travel to assigned CMS sites.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record (past 39 months) and reliable transportation.
- Experience with substance use disorders is a plus but not required.
- Familiarity with signs of intoxication and opioid withdrawal.
- A sharp eye for accuracy in medication administration and recordkeeping.
Benefits
- Subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Health savings account (HSA).
- Short- and long-term disability insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Paid sick, vacation, and holiday time.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Tuition and CME reimbursement — up to 100%.
- Employee assistance program for mental health and wellness.
- Ongoing professional development and growth opportunities.
About Community Medical Services
Community Medical Services (CMS) is a CARF-accredited addiction treatment program providing outpatient medication-assisted treatment, one-on-one, and group counseling to those seeking help with opioid use disorder. Headquartered in Arizona with over 70 treatment clinics in 14 states, CMS is dedicated to addressing the opioid epidemic in underserved communities.