Program Nurse

Job Summary

Responsible for dispensing prescribed medication as a part of a treatment team in partnership with Physicians and Nursing Supervisors. Shares responsibility of maintaining dispensing equipment, managing medication inventory, and reporting patient treatment information. Works cooperatively with supervisory counseling staff and demonstrates a non-judgmental and accepting attitude toward the Substance Use Disorder.

Essential Functions

• Accurately dispensing prescribed medications
• Performing efficient and effective daily operations of the clinic pharmacy
• Safety 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 test results
• Maintaining reports as required by state and federal regulations

Essential Qualifications

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

Physical Demands

• 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

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Basic Life and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Flexible Ancillary Options such as hospital indemnity and critical illness coverage
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 40 hours of Sick Leave
• 12 Paid Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays