DISPENSING NURSE

Stillaguamish Tribe of Indians • Arlington, WA

6d

About The Position

The Dispensing Nurse is responsible for the safe and efficient dispensing of methadone medication to patients in compliance with WAC, FDA, and DEA regulations and clinic policies and procedures. The position works in the ICCS department and reports to the Methadone Director. It is a non-exempt role. The posting lists a rate of $49.73 per hour and a hiring bonus of $5,000 for RNs or $2,500 for LPNs.

The role includes assessing patients, maintaining medication and supply inventories, keeping accurate dispensing and statistical records, reviewing medical orders, and communicating relevant patient observations to supervisors and treatment staff. The nurse also explains medication use and effects to clients, performs TB tests on staff and clients, and orders supplies as needed.

The work environment includes indoor conditions, exposure to outside environmental conditions, and wet and/or humid conditions; noise is usually low to moderate. The role frequently involves sedentary work and communication, with occasional lifting or moving of objects up to 25 pounds, walking, standing or sitting for sustained periods, stair or ramp use, and bending or stooping. Specific vision abilities include close, distance, and color vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Requirements

• Current Washington State license to practice as a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse.
• A degree or studies in social science or a medical field, plus three years of experience.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and pre-employment drug swab.
• Washington State driver’s license and ability to be approved by Tribal insurance to drive Tribal vehicles.
• Critical thinking skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills; ability to build rapport with co-workers and a physician.
• Alertness and observance, sound judgment and decision-making, and ability to accurately assess situations.
• Medication administration skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional at all times.

Responsibilities

• Accurately and efficiently dispense daily doses of methadone/methadose and medications.
• Maintain a current inventory of medication and medical supplies in a secure environment.
• Assess patients’ physical condition and report observations to a supervisor verbally or in writing.
• Alert treatment staff to observed changes in patients’ status.
• Maintain accurate dispensing records.
• Review the medical order book daily and record changes.
• Maintain current statistical records.
• Account for all medication used during the dispensary shift.
• Ensure records are accurate to avoid medication discrepancies and take corrective action as needed.
• Explain the proper use and effects of dispensed medication to clients.
• Perform TB tests on staff and clients.
• Inventory and order supplies as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Medical insurance, with a choice of PPO or HDHP with a Health Savings Account, available on the first of the month after hire.
• Dental insurance available on the first of the month after hire.
• Vision insurance available on the first of the month after hire.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Parental leave.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Holiday Bank hours.
• Discounts at 210 Cannabis Co and Angel of the Winds Casino Resort, plus $0.20 off per gallon at Angel of the Winds Fuel.
• Hiring bonus of $5,000 for an RN or $2,500 for an LPN.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed