RN Dispensing Nurse

About the role

Full Time Hours Monday - Friday 5:00 AM-1:30 PM with rotating Saturdays from 6:00 AM-8:00 AM.

Responsibilities

• Works under the supervision of the Medical Director and the Clinic Director; maintains practical nursing professional standards of care.
• Prepares and administers medication as ordered by the Medical Director or Program Physician accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintains accurate accounting of all medication received (from supplier) and dispensed (to the patients).
• Charts medication administration in nurse's notes accurately and in a timely manner.
• Documents nursing care provided, and maintains appropriate records related to patient’s progress and activities accurately and in a timely manner.
• Responsible for the safekeeping of all medication stock and the records required by the DEA, FDA, and ADP.
• Dedicates a minimum of 90% of regularly scheduled work hours to activities directly related to the administration of medication; the remaining 10% will be dedicated to other activities as assigned.
• Responsible for urine collection and processing, reading test results as ordered by Program Physicians and the completion of all forms involved in these procedures.
• Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Current RN license in the state of North Carolina, or compact license.
• There must be no history of alcohol or other drug misuse for a period of three years before employment.

Qualifications

• Prefer 1 year of nursing experience in behavioral health, outpatient treatment program, or addiction recovery field.

Ideal Experience

• Previous nursing experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities.
• Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including the safe handling, administration, and documentation of methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.
• Experience in medication dispensing, monitoring patient dosing, and observing for adverse reactions or medication interactions.
• Understanding of nursing best practices related to substance use treatment, including trauma-informed care and harm reduction principles.
• Accurate and timely documentation of medication administration records (MARs), patient vitals, and incident reports in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., DEA, 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and Joint Commission standards) related to controlled substances and patient care.
• Proven ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, counselors, case managers, and support staff, to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care.

Benefits

• Semi-Annual Bonus Program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Competitive 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Early morning hours offering a great work/life balance
• Opportunity for growth
• Lower stress environment working in our medication dispensary
• No heavy lifting of patients/no bedside
• Stable shifts and schedule (mornings/days only)
• Paid training