Nurse LPN

Community Medical Services • Glendale, AZ

6h

About The Position

Community Medical Services is hiring a licensed practical nurse to administer medication to patients recovering from opioid and other substance use disorders. Working under the supervision of the Clinic Manager, the nurse conducts required testing, maintains medication inventory and records, audits documentation, and supports medical providers in creating a safe outpatient setting for patients beginning recovery. The role involves frequent conversations with patients and does not require physically moving them.

The schedule is 4:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, with an alternating-week schedule of Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, plus one Saturday per month from 6:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m. The nurse may need to travel to assigned CMS sites and deliver medications to external facilities.

Requirements

• Licensed LPN in the state of employment.
• CPR certification.
• Ability to travel to assigned CMS sites.
• Valid driver’s 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.

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 the 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.
• Follow 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
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed