Dispensing Nurse

Kolmac Integrated Behavioral Health•Baltimore, MD

7d•$28 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently in search of an experienced Dispensing Nurse for our Baltimore, MD location. The Dispensing Nurse at Kolmac Integrated Behavioral Health and all its subsidiaries (“Kolmac” or the “Company”) is responsible for the daily monitoring of patient’s needs and care of all patients reporting to the OTP clinic. This person works with the Nurse Manager, Medical Director and Clinical Supervisor to ensure appropriate medical care for patients. This individual is also responsible for the completeness of all medical aspects of the medical record. The Dispensing Nurse is responsible for dispensing any medications the clinic may utilize in the treatment of patients. Schedule: Monday 6:30a-2:30p, Tuesday and Thursday 7:30a-3:30p, and rotating Saturdays Pay: Up to $33/hour pending experience Kolmac Integrated Behavioral Health has been a leader in Outpatient Treatment since 1973. Patient care is at the heart of what we do. Kolmac Outpatient Recovery and Concerted Care Group (CCG) have merged to provide addiction treatment and behavioral health treatment services for individuals, families, couples, and groups. We serve communities across Maryland, DC, Virginia, Delaware, and Pennsylvania. We are still growing!

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing
Licensed within the state of Maryland as an LPN
1 year experience in medication assisted treatment
CPR certified within 3 months of hire
Will be required to submit to PPD screening or provide record of screening from previous employer within the past year

Responsibilities

Performs all duties within regularly scheduled hours
Greets each patient to confirm identity and proper medication using two patient identifiers
Responsible for medical services to be in compliance with Federal, State, CARF, and COMAR regulations/standards
Manages medication Inventory
Dispenses medication according to protocol
Processes medical orders
Performs physical examinations and medical evaluations on clients as required
Recalls conducted in accordance with program protocol
Maintains accurate records. Submits and files all documentation within 24 hours of event
Collects specimens and submits / processes appropriately
Participates in review of new, readmissions and transfer clients
Provides intervention in crisis situations
Assists Charge Nurse in daily program operation
Assesses clients for treatment needs and interventions
Interacts with outside agencies for referrals, dosage verification, and other elements of coordination of care. Represents the agency professionally in person as well as over the phone
Delivers medication as needed
Maintains a cooperative and positive attitude and approach to patients, staff and visitors