LPN Dispensing Nurse - PRN

Shelbyville Comprehensive Treatment Center • Shelbyville, KY

105d

About The Position

The LPN Dispensing Nurse is a per diem position at the Shelbyville Comprehensive Treatment Center, part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers. This role involves working in an outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program, providing compassionate and efficient medication dispensing to patients recovering from Opioid Use Disorder. The position offers a lower stress environment with no heavy lifting of patients and stable morning shifts, allowing nurses to contribute to patient recovery in a supportive setting.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Prefer 1 year of nursing experience in behavioral health, outpatient treatment program, or addiction recovery field.
• There must be no history of alcohol or other drug misuse for a period of three years before employment.
• Current LPN/LVN license in the state of Kentucky.

Nice To Haves

• Previous nursing experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities.
• Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including the safe handling, administration, and documentation of methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.
• Experience in medication dispensing, monitoring patient dosing, and observing for adverse reactions or medication interactions.
• Understanding of nursing best practices related to substance use treatment, including trauma-informed care and harm reduction principles.
• Accurate and timely documentation of medication administration records (MARs), patient vitals, and incident reports in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., DEA, 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and Joint Commission standards) related to controlled substances and patient care.
• Proven ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, counselors, case managers, and support staff, to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Works under the supervision of the Medical Director and the Clinic Director.
• Maintains practical nursing professional standards of care.
• Prepares and administers medication as ordered by the Medical Director or Program Physician accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintains accurate accounting of all medication received (from supplier) and dispensed (to the patients).
• Charts medication administration in nurse's notes accurately and in a timely manner.
• Documents nursing care provided, and maintains appropriate records related to patient’s progress and activities accurately and in a timely manner.
• Responsible for the safekeeping of all medication stock and the records required by the DEA, FDA, and ADP.
• Dedicates a minimum of 90% of regularly scheduled work hours to activities directly related to the administration of medication; the remaining 10% will be dedicated to other activities as assigned.
• Responsible for urine collection and processing, reading test results as ordered by Program Physicians and the completion of all forms involved in these procedures.

Benefits

• Lower stress environment working in our medication dispensary.
• No heavy lifting of patients/no bedside.
• Stable shifts and schedule (mornings/days only).
• Early morning hours + early afternoon end time.
• Be a part of helping others in a recovery environment.
• Paid training.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree