LPN Dispensing Nurse PRN

Acadia•Hillsborough, NC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The LPN Dispensing Nurse will work in an outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) on a per diem basis. This role is focused on medication dispensing in a lower-stress environment with stable morning shifts. The nurse is instrumental in patient treatment and recovery from opioid use disorder, providing high-quality, safe, and efficient dispensing of medication under the direction of the Medical Director or Physician. Responsibilities include accurate reporting and documentation of patient symptoms, responses, and progress.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
Current LPN license in the state of North Carolina, or compact license
There must be no history of alcohol or other drug misuse for a period of three years before employment

Nice To Haves

1 year of nursing experience in behavioral health, outpatient treatment program, or addiction recovery field.
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 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.