Dispensing Licensed Practical Nurse - PRN
About The Position
Join our team at our Drug & Alcohol Recovery Programs in Philadelphia, PA. As a Dispensing LPN you will play a critical role in supporting individuals on their recovery journey by providing medication management, health monitoring, and compassionate clinical care while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. Your work will help promote recovery, wellness, and hope for those we serve. As a Dispensing LPN, this position is responsible for assisting in all areas of client care in the opioid treatment program and in compliance with all with Pennsylvania State and Federal laws and regulations. The nurse will ensure that medication is dispensed to clients as prescribed, chart daily, and will monitor client’s response to treatment and medication dosage.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited practical/vocational nursing program
- Current license as an LPN or RN in the Commonwealth of PA
- 1 year of nursing experience
- Current CPR certification
Nice To Haves
- Experience with chemically dependent population preferred
Responsibilities
- Administer/dispense methadone per State and Federal Guidelines
- Ensure adequate recording of the administration/dispensing transaction
- Ensure that the treatment plan of the physician and/or medical director is being followed
- Assess individual response to treatment and medication dosage/interactions
- Maintain all medical records including but not limited to individual charts, daily medication charts, dosage records, progress notes, Doctor’s orders, etc., as required
- Monitor tuberculosis, HIV, and Hep C testing for all individuals, including making outside referrals when necessary
- Provides emergency care as needed (CPR, PMAB, Emergency Medications)
Benefits
- DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
- Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
- Voluntary limited benefits offered through the American Worker. Offerings include limited medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. (not a substitute for major medical insurance)
- Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Enjoy our On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
- Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
- Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
