LPN Dispensing Nurse

Fayetteville Comprehensive Treatment Center • Fayetteville, NC

13d

About The Position

Fayetteville Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, provides medication-assisted treatment to people seeking recovery from opioid use disorder. The LPN Dispensing Nurse provides compassionate, high-quality, safe, and efficient medication dispensing under the direction of the Medical Director or Physician and documents patients’ symptoms, responses, and progress. The role works in the medication dispensary and does not involve bedside care or heavy patient lifting.

The position is full-time, with scheduled hours Monday through Friday from 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 6:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. The posting describes stable early-morning/day shifts, paid training, and the opportunity to contribute to patient recovery.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
• Hold a current LPN license in North Carolina or a compact license.
• Have no history of alcohol or other drug misuse for the three years before employment.

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, including 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 with medication dispensing, monitoring patient dosing, and observing for adverse reactions or medication interactions.
• Understanding of nursing best practices in substance use treatment, including trauma-informed care and harm reduction principles.
• Experience accurately and promptly documenting medication administration records (MARs), patient vitals, and incident reports in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements such as DEA, 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and Joint Commission standards for 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 in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate accounting of medication received from suppliers and dispensed to patients.
• Chart medication administration accurately and in a timely manner in nurses’ notes.
• Document nursing care and maintain accurate, timely records related to patient progress and activities.
• 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 related forms.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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