Nurse LPN

Community Medical Services • Arvada, CO

3d • $34 - $37

About The Position

Community Medical Services is hiring a nurse to administer medication to patients recovering from opioid and other illicit substance use. Working under the supervision of the Clinic Manager, the nurse conducts required testing, maintains medication inventory, audits records, and assists medical providers in providing a safe environment for patients beginning recovery. The role is in an outpatient setting, and involves frequent conversations with patients rather than physically moving them.

The schedule is Monday through Wednesday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The listed pay is $34–$37 per hour for an LPN and $38–$40 per hour for an RN.

Community Medical Services is a CARF-accredited addiction treatment program offering outpatient medication-assisted treatment and individual and group counseling. Headquartered in Arizona, it operates more than 70 treatment clinics in 14 states.

Requirements

• Licensed LPN or RN in the state of employment.
• CPR certification.
• Ability to travel to assigned CMS sites.
• Valid driver license and Motor Vehicle Clearance, including a satisfactory driving record for 39 months.
• Knowledge of signs of intoxication and opioid withdrawal symptoms.
• Accuracy in medication administration and ability to maintain accurate client records.
• Reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Administer medications as ordered or prescribed by a CMS medical provider.
• Monitor behavioral patterns and medical and physical symptoms related to dosage, drug use, and mental health concerns.
• Obtain vital signs, blood specimens, and urine samples.
• Process point-of-care urine drug screens according to company policy.
• Prepare take-home medication, where applicable; this is not applicable in Montana.
• Closely monitor medication administration to prevent diversion and report diversion to proper internal authorities.
• Maintain accurate client records in the company’s EHR system.
• Document medication errors and respond to adverse medical reactions according to 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 federal, state, local, and accrediting-body regulations.
• Administer CPR if necessary.

Benefits

• Subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings account.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid sick, vacation, and holiday time.
• 401(k) retirement plan with match.
• Tuition and CME reimbursement up to 100%.
• Employee assistance program supporting mental health and wellness.
• Ongoing professional development.

What This Job Offers

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