Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Description

Therapeutics is an innovative opioid recovery treatment facility with the vision of enabling clients to live happy, stable lives and return to being productive members of their communities. Our commitment is to help clients achieve recovery through the use of medical, psychosocial and support services. Therapeutics is certified by state, federal and national regulatory bodies and only employs licensed, credentialed professionals.

Moreover, we insist that clients are treated with respect and flexibility. We are looking for team members that appreciate an outstanding work environment and are fulfilled by being a part of the solution to a national epidemic.

This position is responsible for dispensing medication directly to patients, updating computer systems and maintaining other records as designated to comply with State and Federal policies. Hours of operation are 5:45 AM - 11:30 AM, Monday-Saturday; specific days may be selected.

Two general functions comprise this position:

• Administer/dispense methadone and buprenorphine in accordance with Michigan State and Federal regulations and in accordance with prescribing physician orders.
• Complete required reports.

The specific detailed functions that are primarily performed are as follows:

• Record dispensing transactions in designated computer systems.
• Document notes on patient computer records, including dosing results and test results.
• Update medical records including client charts, medication charts, dosage records, and progress notes as required.
• Interact with the physicians and counseling staff to coordinate patient treatment.
• Maintain the dispensing room and equipment in a clean and orderly state.
• Understand the clinical aspects of Medication Assisted Treatment.
• Knowledge of CPR and Basic Life Support.