Dispensing Nurse (RN or LPN)
About The Position
Quinault Wellness Center is seeking a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse to support its Substance Use Disorder treatment team. The Dispensing Nurse helps operate the medication dispensing program safely, compassionately, and in compliance with applicable requirements while providing direct nursing care to patients receiving Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT). The role includes preparing and dispensing medications, monitoring patients, conducting nursing assessments, maintaining medication accountability, and providing patient education and recovery support. The nurse works with medical providers, counselors, and other treatment team members to provide coordinated, respectful, individualized care. The position calls for sound clinical judgment, accuracy, accountability, professionalism, confidentiality, empathy, and attention to detail in a fast-paced setting. QWC values nurses who recognize how trauma, family, community, history, and culture can affect wellness and who treat every patient with dignity, respect, and compassion.
Requirements
- At least three years of experience as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
- Current Washington State RN or LPN license in good standing.
- Current BLS certification.
- Knowledge of current practices related to primary care, mental health, substance use disorder treatment, and addiction medicine.
- Understanding of medication dispensing, medication safety, and accurate medication accountability.
- Knowledge of and ability to comply with applicable Washington State RCWs/WACs, federal regulations, HIPAA, PHI requirements, and 42 CFR Part 2.
- Ability to maintain professional ethics, confidentiality, and appropriate personal boundaries.
- Strong clinical judgment and ability to recognize and appropriately respond to changes in a patient's condition.
- Ability to accurately use an Electronic Health Record (EHR), personal computer, standard office software, and related clinical and office equipment.
- Ability to accurately maintain medication, patient, statistical, and regulatory records.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
- Ability to demonstrate empathy, professionalism, and respect when working with people experiencing substance use disorders and other behavioral or health-related challenges.
- Ability to work effectively in a cross-cultural environment and understand the influence of trauma, historical experiences, family, community, and culture on wellness and recovery.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, coworkers, providers, outside agencies, and community partners.
- Demonstrated reliability, dependability, and consistent attendance.
- Successful completion of a criminal background investigation and reference inquiry.
- Must meet applicable vaccine mandate attestation requirements, including providing vaccination documentation or documentation supporting an approved medical or religious exemption.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in substance use disorder treatment, Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), opioid treatment programs (OTP), addiction medicine, or primary care.
- Previous experience with medication dispensing and controlled-substance accountability.
- Experience with electronic medication administration, dispensing, or patient record systems.
- Experience working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds and/or individuals experiencing substance use disorders.
Responsibilities
- Safely administer Methadone, Buprenorphine/Naloxone, Buprenorphine, and other medications as ordered by authorized medical providers and within the scope of the nursing license.
- Maintain medication security, inventory, accountability, preparation, dispensing records, and related documentation in accordance with applicable requirements.
- Conduct and accurately document daily dispensing and dosing procedures.
- Monitor patients receiving MAT and recognize changes in physical, emotional, or behavioral status that may require intervention or communication with the treatment team.
- Perform nursing assessments and provide education about medications, treatment, wellness, and recovery.
- Perform breath alcohol testing, urinalysis, blood draws, and other clinical procedures as needed.
- Document patient encounters, medication administration, dispensing activities, assessments, and incidents in the Electronic Health Record.
- Maintain required patient, medication, statistical, and regulatory records.
- Collaborate with providers, counselors, and other treatment team members to address patient needs.
- Coordinate medication dosing procedures with the local jail when required.
- Maintain confidentiality and protect patient information in accordance with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, Washington State requirements, and QWC policies.
- Help maintain a safe, professional, respectful, and welcoming environment for patients.
- Participate in training, mentoring, orientation, and cross-training opportunities.
- Share nursing knowledge with coworkers and assist with other qualified assignments as needed to support organizational operations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
