LPN/RN Dosing Nurse-Help People Rebuild their lives
About The Position
Community Medical Services is hiring an LPN or RN Dosing Nurse to provide compassionate, judgment-free care in an outpatient clinic for people receiving treatment for opioid use disorder. The nurse serves as a trusted caregiver, supporting patients as they stabilize and work toward recovery. The clinic environment is described as calm and similar to a doctor’s office, with a relationship-focused role involving frequent conversation with patients. The position works under the supervision of the Clinic Manager alongside medical providers. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 5:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and every other Saturday, 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Pay is $38–$42. Addiction medicine experience is preferred but not required; training and support are available for a compassionate candidate who is willing to learn.
Requirements
- Active LPN or RN license in Oregon.
- CPR certification.
- Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record for the past 39 months; Motor Vehicle Clearance is required.
- Reliable transportation and ability to travel to assigned CMS sites.
- Knowledge of signs of intoxication and opioid withdrawal.
- Accuracy in medication administration and record-keeping.
Nice To Haves
- Addiction medicine experience.
Responsibilities
- Administer medications as prescribed by Community Medical Services medical providers.
- Check on patients’ well-being and monitor for physical symptoms, mental health concerns, and signs that they may need additional support.
- Take vital signs and collect blood and urine specimens.
- Conduct point-of-care urine drug screens according to company policy.
- Maintain accurate and secure medication inventory and client records in the EHR system, in compliance with federal, state, local, and accrediting regulations.
- Monitor medication administration to help prevent diversion and report concerns to appropriate internal authorities.
- Respond to adverse reactions and medication errors and document them according to company policy.
- Coordinate courtesy dosing for patients who are traveling or temporarily relocating.
- Deliver medications to external facilities and order dosing-room and nursing supplies.
- Administer CPR when needed.
Benefits
- Subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Health savings account.
- Short- and long-term disability insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Paid sick, vacation, and holiday time.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Tuition and CME reimbursement up to 100%.
- Employee assistance program for mental health and wellness.
- Ongoing professional development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
