Program Nurse

Position Summary

The Program Nurse is responsible for dispensing prescribed medication as a part of a treatment team in partnership with Physicians and Nursing Supervisors. The dispensing nurse also shares responsibility of maintaining dispensing equipment, managing medication inventory and reporting patient treatment information.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Accurately dispensing prescribed medications
• Performing efficient and effective daily operations of the clinic pharmacy
• Security and inventory accuracy of controlled substances
• Consulting patients relating to their medication regimen
• Aiding the medical director in all areas of patient care, including physicals, bloodwork, procuring lab specimens, and recording the results of the tests
• Maintaining reports as required by state and federal regulations

Job Requirements

• Current & good standing LPN/RN license in the State of application
• CPR certification required
• Computer proficiency desired
• Experience in chemical dependency preferred, self-motivated, and must have a positive attitude toward individuals in substance abuse treatment

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• May require prolonged periods of standing, moving and bending
• Occasional lifting/carrying, paperwork, files, medical supplies, up to 20 lbs.
• Occasional push/pull exerting up to 5-10 lbs. force, opening doors, file drawers, pushing files in drawers
• Occasional kneeling/crouching and/or ability to reach lower file drawers, file stretching to store or retrieve materials.

Mental Requirements

• Constant mental alertness
• A high degree of accuracy required in completing all assignments
• Able to follow oral and written instructions and follow-through on all assignments