Dispensing Nurse (LPN)

BAART Programs • Sioux Falls, SD

36d

About The Position

BAART Programs is seeking a detail-oriented, empathetic Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to dispense prescribed medications as part of a treatment team in partnership with physicians and nursing supervisors. The nurse also shares responsibility for maintaining dispensing equipment, managing medication inventory, and reporting patient treatment information. The ideal candidate works cooperatively with supervisory counseling staff and demonstrates a nonjudgmental, accepting attitude toward substance use disorder.

BAART Programs is a substance abuse treatment organization focused on quality patient care in a comfortable outpatient clinic setting. Its goal is to address the physical, emotional, and mental aspects of opioid use disorder to help patients achieve long-term recovery and an improved quality of life. The organization is committed to equal employment opportunity and compliance with applicable nondiscrimination laws.

Requirements

• Current, good-standing LPN license in the State of South Dakota.
• Current CPR certification.
• Satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check.
• Self-motivated and self-directed, with a positive attitude toward individuals in substance abuse treatment.

Nice To Haves

• EMR and computer proficiency desired.
• Experience in chemical dependency preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer daily medication to patients in accordance with program policy and medical protocols.
• Use automated dispensing systems, calibrate pumps, and maintain dispensing equipment.
• Produce and maintain appropriate records and reports as required by company protocol and federal and state regulations.
• Ensure compliance with security standards for distribution and storage of controlled substances under the Code of Federal Regulations.
• Order, receive, and stock medication in accordance with DEA and state regulations, if granted Power of Attorney.
• Provide daily assessments of patients.
• Assist the Nursing Supervisor with orienting new nursing staff.
• Perform other related duties as determined by the supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed