LPN Dispensing Nurse

Acadia • Hamlet, NC

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Hamlet Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Hamlet, North Carolina, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, a provider of medication-assisted treatment. The nursing team delivers compassionate, high-quality, safe, and efficient medication dispensing to patients seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder.

The LPN Dispensing Nurse supports patients’ treatment and recovery by dispensing medication safely and efficiently under the direction of the Medical Director or Physician. The role also requires thorough and accurate reporting and documentation of patients’ symptoms, responses, progress, and care. The position offers a lower-stress medication dispensary environment without bedside care or heavy patient lifting, paid training, and stable early-morning shifts.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 4:45 AM to 1:15 PM, with rotating Saturdays from 4:45 AM to 7:15 AM. Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic-site eligibility.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Current LPN license in North Carolina or a compact license.
• No history of alcohol or other drug misuse for the three years before employment.
• Ability to accurately and safely prepare and administer medication and maintain required records.

Nice To Haves

• One year of nursing experience in behavioral health, an outpatient treatment program, or addiction recovery is preferred.
• Previous nursing experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities, is highly preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including safe handling, administration, and documentation of methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.
• Experience dispensing medication, monitoring patient dosing, and observing for adverse reactions or medication interactions.
• Understanding of nursing best practices for substance use treatment, including trauma-informed care and harm reduction principles.
• Experience documenting medication administration records (MARs), patient vitals, and incident reports in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements such as DEA, 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and Joint Commission standards related to controlled substances and patient care.
• Ability to collaborate with physicians, counselors, case managers, and support staff to provide coordinated, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Work under the supervision of the Medical Director and Clinic Director.
• Maintain practical nursing professional standards of care.
• Prepare and administer medication as ordered by the Medical Director or Program Physician, accurately and promptly.
• Maintain accurate accounting of medication received from suppliers and dispensed to patients.
• Record medication administration accurately and promptly in nurses’ notes.
• Document nursing care and maintain appropriate records concerning patients’ progress and activities accurately and promptly.
• Safeguard medication stock and records required by the DEA, FDA, and ADP.
• Dedicate at least 90% of regularly scheduled work hours to activities directly related to medication administration, with the remaining 10% devoted to other assigned activities.
• Collect and process urine samples, read test results as ordered by Program Physicians, and complete forms related to these procedures.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Competitive 401(k) plan.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Paid training.
• Early morning hours offering work/life balance.
• Opportunity for growth.
• Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic-site eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed