LPN Dispensing Nurse

Green Bay Comprehensive Treatment Center•Green Bay, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) seeking an LPN Dispensing Nurse for part-time hours, Monday - Friday, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Green Bay Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, provides medication-assisted treatment. The nursing team offers compassionate, high-quality, safe, and efficient medication dispensing to patients recovering from Opioid Use Disorder.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
Ability to operate, monitor, and maintain medical equipment safely and effectively.
Skilled in drawing blood and collecting other specimens for laboratory testing.
Proficient in EMR systems and related clinical software applications.
Competent in patient assessment, including evaluating medical histories, symptoms, and overall condition.
Able to monitor and record vital signs such as temperature, pulse, and blood pressure accurately and consistently.
Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by a physician in accordance with clinic protocols.
Observe and document patient responses, side effects, and treatment outcomes to ensure safe and effective care.
Current LPN license in the state of WI
Current CPR certification where required by state regulation.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Work under the supervision of the Nursing Supervisor, Medical Director, and Clinic Director while maintaining professional standards of care.
Prepare and administer medication as ordered by the Medical Director or Program Physician accurately and in a timely manner.
Document medication administration and nursing care in patient records promptly and accurately, including notes on progress and activities.
Ensure the safekeeping and accurate inventory of all medication stock and records as required by the DEA, FDA, and other regulatory agencies.
Maintain precise accounting of all medication received from suppliers and dispensed to patients.
Dedicate approximately 90% of work hours to medication administration activities; the remaining time may be assigned to other duties by the Medical or Clinic Director.
Conduct and process urine and/or blood samples, read test results, complete intake assessments, and assist in monitoring patient outcomes.
Complete all documentation associated with these procedures accurately and in compliance with clinic standards.
Depending on clinic needs, may be required to transport medication to other locations or work on a CTC Mobile Unit.
Perform other duties as assigned.