LPN/RN Dispensing Nurse

Comprehensive Treatment Centers - Bangor, ME

Job Title: LPN/RN Dispensing Nurse

Position: Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Job Type: Full Time

Pay:

Shift: Monday - Friday: 5:00 AM - 1:00 PM; Occasional Saturday mornings, TBD

Work Type: On-Site

Address:

City: Bangor

State: ME

ZIP Code:

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.

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
1 year nursing experience in behavioral health, outpatient treatment program, or addiction recovery field preferred
Training or experience treating patients with MAT (medication assisted treatment) highly preferred
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 related to controlled substances and patient care (e.g., DEA, 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, Joint Commission standards)
Proven ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care

Previous nursing experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities, highly preferred but not required

Experience: 1 year nursing experience in behavioral health, outpatient treatment program, or addiction recovery field preferred

Education: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing

License & Certification:

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COVID-19 Requirements: Not Specified

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