Dispensing Nurse PT

Are you on a journey to find personal and professional fulfillment? At Crossroads Turning Points, we recognize the importance of making a positive impact on others' lives. By helping individuals navigate the challenges of substance misuse and mental health, you can play a vital role in guiding them toward a healthier lifestyle and lasting recovery. Our caring team provides personal support in a warm, welcoming environment to everyone who walks through our doors.

This position is exclusively for day shift hours. The dispensing nurse (PT) is responsible for measuring and dispensing methadone and other medications in accordance with physicians' orders and in compliance with regulations set by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), and the Office of Behavioral Health (OBH). The role also involves providing nursing services and maintaining medical records for the Opioid Treatment Program and related services.

• Measuring and dispensing methadone and other medications according to physicians’ orders and regulatory requirements.
• Ordering, receiving, dispensing, and record‑keeping medication in accordance with applicable rules and regulations.
• Providing nursing services and maintaining medical records for the Opioid Treatment Program.
• Coordinating with program supervisors and counselors to ensure accurate dispensing of all medications per physician orders.
• Dosing and documenting all methadone doses within scheduled clinic hours.
• Reporting inconsistencies and problems regarding the handling of controlled substances to the immediate supervisor.
• Maintaining a clean and safe work area and immediately reporting any potential hazards to the immediate supervisor.
• Observing patients for urine analyses.

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• LPN or RN license for the state of Colorado or a multi‑state license.
• Continuing education in human services, psychology, or related fields is required.
• Preferred prior experience in the substance use treatment field.
• Knowledge of applicable laws regarding medication dispensing, storage, and accountability.
• Basic Computer Skills Are Required.

The position may require bending and lifting. The maximum weight for any moving requirement should not exceed 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Responsibilities are performed in the clinic.

The information in this description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work that employees perform within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

This position offers limited benefits but provides valuable experience that contributes to our patients' healing and professional growth.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Compensation: $30.00 per hour.