LPN or RN - Dosing Nurse

LPN/RN Dosing Nurse

Muskegon Recovery Center provides medication-assisted treatment (including methadone and Suboxone) for patients who have opiate addictions. The LPN/RN Dosing Nurse dispenses medication to our patients primarily in the methadone treatment program – monitoring health status, documenting nursing notes, communicating with the Medical Director, and participating as part of the overall treatment team. This is a part time, benefit eligible position working between 6 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Monday through Friday with a rotation of 6 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. every other Saturday.

This position is 32 hours per week (4 days and every other Saturday morning).

• Complete patient assessments, provide education, and schedule appointments both telephonically and in person.
• Use knowledge and approved protocols to advise patients and parents on care plans.
• Conduct one-on-one or family patient education sessions.
• Ensure appropriate follow-up call-backs are made for patients.
• Assist in coordinating services for patients and families with other health-related agencies and resources.
• Participate in interdisciplinary planning to meet patient needs and health service objectives.
• Document nursing actions in medical records using defined standards.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Participate in the quality assurance program.
• Provide translation services when needed.
• Adhere to CSHS compliance standards as outlined in the Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct, and Conflict of Interest Policy.
• Stay updated on pertinent federal, state, and CSHS regulations, laws, and policies.
• Ensure that staff members are trained and evaluated on compliance policies specific to their roles.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing required.
• Registered Nurse (RN) licensed in the State of Michigan.

Experience:

One year of professional clinical nursing experience required. Family practice experience preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties of the job.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:

• Basic Life Support/CPR certification as required by license and certification.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining self-direction.
• Working knowledge of computers and their applications preferred.
• Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines and high-volume conditions.

• Customer Service
• Collaboration
• Integrity
• Respect
• Professionalism
• Learning

• Possible exposure to patients with illnesses and infections.
• Frequent telephone and computer use, requiring manual dexterity for writing and computer operation.
• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods.
• Vision requirements may include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• May require bending, squatting, kneeling, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.

May serve all patient populations.

The essential functions of this position can be accomplished with or without accommodations. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.