LPN/RN Dispensing Nurse

Anchorage Comprehensive Treatment Center • Anchorage, AK

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About The Position

The Dispensing Nurse plays a crucial role in the Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program, providing safe and efficient medication dispensing to patients recovering from Opioid Use Disorder. This full-time position offers early morning hours, ensuring a great work/life balance while contributing to the recovery of individuals in need.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Prefer 1 year nursing experience in behavioral health, outpatient treatment program, or addiction recovery field.
• Training or experience treating patients with MAT (medication assisted treatment) highly preferred.
• There must be no history of alcohol or other drug misuse for a period of three years before employment.
• Current LPN or RN license in the state of Alaska.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• Quarterly Bonus Program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Competitive 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation and sick time
• STAR LRP Student Loan Forgiveness
• Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry
• Lower stress environment working in our medication dispensary
• No heavy lifting of patients/no bedside
• Stable shifts and schedule (mornings/days only)
• Early morning hours + early afternoon end time
• Paid training

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree