Lead Dispensing Nurse - LPN
About The Position
BAART Programs is seeking a Lead Dispensing Nurse to support its medication-assisted treatment (MAT) clinic. The lead nurse works in partnership with the Nurse Supervisor and the Program/Medical Director to ensure adequate, high-quality nursing coverage for program, dispensing, and medical operations. The role calls for integrity, empathy, dedication to excellence, and the ability to handle stress. BAART Programs is a progressive substance abuse treatment organization focused on high-quality patient care in a comfortable outpatient clinic setting. Its goal is to address the physical, emotional, and mental aspects of opioid use disorder and 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
- Licensed in Ohio as a Registered Nurse (RN), with 3–5 years of experience.
- Accurate record keeping and understanding of HIPAA, federal and state requirements, and CARF standards and regulations.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse constituencies.
- Fundamental knowledge of professional nursing principles and techniques, basic addiction medicine science, and community health and welfare resources.
- Ability to carry out written and oral instructions; apply judgment in nursing care; accept and use supervision; work cooperatively; maintain an objective attitude; exercise tact and initiative; encourage constructive actions by patients and families; understand basic health-program administration and operations; and communicate effectively.
- Computer proficiency with EMR and Microsoft Suite.
- Satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in substance abuse, mental health treatment, or addiction medicine.
Responsibilities
- Ensure physicians’ medication orders are enacted within expected timeframes, including delivery to outside facilities.
- Ensure medical services comply with federal and state regulations.
- Delegate tasks to certified nursing assistants, medication technicians, or competent unlicensed personnel.
- Communicate and collaborate with the Nursing Supervisor regarding potential issues.
- Schedule and participate in Treatment Teams, Panel Review, Department Head, and General Staff meetings.
- Manage the nursing team, including time-clock edits, developing and managing schedules, conducting performance improvement activities, and preparing monthly reports.
- Review and resolve client clinical complaints and intervene in crisis situations.
- Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
- Generous paid time off accrual.
- Growth and development opportunities.
- Rewarding work focused on overcoming the opioid epidemic.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
