Dispensary Nurse

Therapeutic Health Services•Seattle, WA

11d•$38 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

Therapeutic Health Services (THS), a provider of evidence-based, culturally appropriate behavioral health treatment and services, is hiring a Dispensary Nurse to serve patients at King County Jail – Downtown Seattle and Maleng Regional Justice Center in Kent. The position is responsible for the safe and efficient dispensing of methadone in compliance with applicable WAC, FDA, and DEA regulations and clinic policies, within a correctional healthcare setting. The nurse works collaboratively with THS staff and providers, correctional facility staff, and external providers to support safe and effective patient care. This is a part-time, non-exempt position with a Monday through Thursday schedule and rotating Saturdays. The stated pay range is $41–$45 for an RN or $38–$42 for an LPN. The role requires travel between correctional and organizational locations and work in a behavioral health and social services environment.

Requirements

Current Washington State license to practice as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.
At least 3 years of experience.
Current CPR/BLS certification.
Experience working in an OTP.
Pass background screening and King County facility security clearance requirements, including providing a Washington State driver’s license and Social Security card.
Ability to work independently and exercise sound clinical judgment.
Reliable transportation and a clean driving record.
Ability to use a computer, telephone, and standard office equipment.
Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and electronically.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move throughout program locations as needed; the role also requires standing, walking, and transporting medication supplies.
Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
Ability to travel between organizational sites and attend meetings as required.
Ability to work in a behavioral health and social services environment.

Responsibilities

Prepare, dispense, and administer prescribed medications according to provider orders and applicable policies and procedures.
Secure, transport, count, and reconcile controlled substances according to chain-of-custody procedures.
Maintain an inventory of medications to be transported to correctional facilities and medical supplies in a secure environment.
Educate patients about medication-assisted treatment (MAT), medication adherence, and program guidelines.
Collaborate with medical providers, counselors, correctional health staff, and other internal and external partners to support continuity of care.
Interact frequently with correctional officers, healthcare staff, and patients.
Document assessments and patient encounters in the EMR system and report to supervisors and correctional facility staff.
Submit required internal and external paperwork according to policies and procedures.
Alert treatment staff to observed changes in patients’ status.
Maintain accurate medication administration records and electronic health records.
Monitor patients for medication effectiveness, side effects, adverse reactions, and potential drug interactions.
Account for all medication used during a dispensary shift, maintain accurate records, and take corrective action as needed to prevent or resolve discrepancies.
Complete medical intakes for new patients and explain dispensed medication’s proper use and effects.
Respond to patient requests, calls, and health concerns.
Follow all THS policies and procedures.
Perform TB tests on staff and patients as needed.
Inventory medical supplies as needed.
Attend scheduled trainings.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance packages (offered to full-time and part-time staff).
Employer-paid life insurance (offered to full-time and part-time staff).
12 accrued vacation days per year.
12 days of sick leave accrual per year.
Mental Health Day.
1 Personal Day.
12 paid holidays.
Flexible Spending Plan.
403(b) retirement plan.
Employee Assistance Program.
Training allowance/license reimbursement.