Nurse LPN (PRN)

Community Medical Services•Tucson, AZ

23h

About The Position

Community Medical Services (CMS) is urgently hiring a Nurse to administer medication to patients recovering from addictions to opioids and other illicit substances. In your role as a dosing nurse, you’ll work under the supervision of the Nursing Manager and the Director of Medical and Nursing Operations to conduct required testing, maintain the medication inventory, audit records, and assist medical providers in providing a safe place for anyone looking to start their recovery journey with us. As part of our mission to help individuals recover from substance use disorders, you’ll thrive in a supportive, engaging, and fulfilling work environment where your contributions are valued. Along the way, we’ll invest in your well-being through a benefits package for part-time employees that includes: Paid sick 401K retirement plan with match We’re looking for someone who: Is excited to work in an outpatient setting, much like a doctor’s office. Enjoys a consistent schedule. Likes to chat—you won’t be physically moving patients in this role, but you will be having conversations with them all day.

Requirements

Licensed LPN or RN in state of employment
CPR certification required
Ability to travel to assigned CMS sites
Knowledge of the signs of intoxication and opioid withdrawal symptoms
Demonstrates accuracy in medication administration and ability to maintain accurate client records
Must have reliable transportation

Nice To Haves

Experience in the field of substance use disorders preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Administer medications as ordered/prescribed by a CMS medical provider
Monitor behavioral patterns, medical symptoms, and physical symptoms related to dosage, as well as other symptoms related to drug use and mental health concerns
Obtain vital signs, blood specimens, and urine samples
Process point-of-care urine drug screens per company policy
Prepare take-home medication (n/a in Montana)
Monitor medication administration closely to prevent diversion
Report diversion to proper internal authorities
Maintain accurate client records in company’s EHR system
Document medication errors and respond to adverse medical reactions per company policy
Arrange temporary incoming and outgoing courtesy dosing clients
Deliver medications to external facilities
Order necessary dosing room and nursing-related supplies
Maintain accurate medication inventory records
Adhere to all federal, state, local, and accrediting body regulations
Administer CPR if necessary