Dispensing Nurse LPN

Dispensing Nurse LPN at BAART Programs summary:

Part-time Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse to dispense and manage medications for a substance use disorder outpatient program, working with physicians and nursing supervisors. Responsibilities include administering daily meds, operating and maintaining automated dispensing systems, managing inventory per DEA/state regulations, maintaining records, and performing patient assessments. Requires active LPN/LVN license in Vermont, CPR, background/drug screen, and preference for chemical dependency experience.

Description

Part Time Dispensing Nurse – LPN/LVN

BAART Program is looking for a detail oriented and empathetic Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse to dispense prescribed medications as 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.

An ideal dispensing nurse candidate works cooperatively with supervisory counseling staff and demonstrates a non-judgmental and accepting attitude toward the Substance Use Disorder.

Responsibilities:

• Administer daily medication to patients in accordance with program policy and medical protocols.
• Use automated dispensing system(s), calibrate pump and maintain dispensing equipment
• Produce and maintain appropriate records and reports as required by Company protocol, Federal and State Regulations
• Ensure compliance with security standards for the distribution and storage of controlled substances as set forth in the Code of Federal regulations
• Order, receive and stock medication in accordance with DEA and State regulations. (If granted Power of Attorney)
• Provide daily assessment of patients
• Assist Nursing Supervisor to orient new nursing staff
• Other related duties as determined by supervisor

Qualifications:

• Current & good standing LPN/LVN license in the State of Vermont
• Current CPR certification required
• EMR & computer proficiency desired
• Experience in chemical dependency preferred, self-motivated and directed, must have a positive attitude toward individuals in substance abuse treatment.
• Satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check.

Salary Range:

Salary ranges from $27.00 to $30.00 an hour.

The salary of the candidate(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, education, specialty and training.

Qualified Part-Time Employees receive:

• 401K Retirement Plan
• Accrued Sick Time
• Candidate Referral Program
• Bereavement Leave
• Jury Duty & Witness Duty Leave
• Bay Mark University Learning

Total compensation goes beyond the value on the paycheck. Please consider the total compensation package by contacting us at Bay Mark Health Services for more information.

Here is what you can expect from us:

BAART Program, a progressive substance abuse treatment organization, is committed to the highest quality of patient care in a comfortable outpatient clinic setting. Our ultimate goal is to address the physical, emotional, and mental aspects of opioid use disorder to help each of our patients achieve long-term recovery and an improved quality of life.

BAART Program is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, natural origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition, disability or veteran’s status or any other classification protected by State/Federal laws.

Keywords:

LPN, LVN, medication dispensing, substance use disorder, automated dispensing system, DEA compliance, patient assessment, chemical dependency, EMR, clinical nursing