RN Dispensing Nurse

Acadia•West Allis, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

West Milwaukee Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, provides medication-assisted treatment for people seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder. The RN Dispensing Nurse joins the nursing team to provide compassionate, safe, high-quality, and efficient medication dispensing in an outpatient treatment setting. The role is full time, Monday through Friday, from 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM. It is a medication-dispensary position with no bedside care or heavy lifting of patients. Depending on clinic needs, the nurse may transport medication to other locations or work on a CTC Mobile Unit. The nurse works under the supervision of the Nursing Supervisor, Medical Director, and Clinic Director while maintaining professional standards of care. Approximately 90% of work hours are dedicated to medication administration; remaining time may be assigned to other duties by the Medical or Clinic Director. The position requires an RN graduate of an accredited nursing school and a current Wisconsin RN license. CPR certification is required where mandated by state regulation. Experience in behavioral health, outpatient treatment, or addiction recovery is preferred. The role also involves specimen collection and testing, intake assessments, patient monitoring, accurate clinical documentation, medication inventory control, and compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing (RN).
Current RN license in the state of Wisconsin.
Current CPR certification where required by state regulation.
Ability to operate, monitor, and maintain medical equipment safely and effectively.
Skill in drawing blood and collecting other specimens for laboratory testing.
Proficiency in EMR systems and related clinical software applications.
Competence in patient assessment, including evaluating medical histories, symptoms, and overall condition.
Ability to accurately and consistently monitor and record vital signs, including temperature, pulse, and blood pressure.
Ability to administer medications and treatments as prescribed by a physician and in accordance with clinic protocols.
Ability to observe and document patient responses, side effects, and treatment outcomes.
Ability to accurately document medication administration records, patient vitals, and incident reports in accordance with applicable guidelines.

Nice To Haves

One year of nursing experience in behavioral health, an outpatient treatment program, or addiction recovery.
Training or experience treating patients in an outpatient treatment program.
Previous nursing experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, including outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities.
Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including safe handling, administration, and documentation of methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.
Experience in medication dispensing, monitoring patient dosing, and observing for adverse reactions or medication interactions.
Understanding of nursing best practices for substance use treatment, including trauma-informed care and harm reduction principles.
Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements such as DEA, 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and Joint Commission standards.
Ability to collaborate with physicians, counselors, case managers, and support staff to provide coordinated, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

Prepare and administer medications as ordered by the Medical Director or Program Physician, accurately and promptly.
Document medication administration and nursing care in patient records, including progress notes and activities.
Safeguard medication stock and maintain accurate inventories and records in accordance with DEA, FDA, and other regulatory requirements.
Maintain precise accounting of medication received from suppliers and dispensed to patients.
Conduct and process urine and/or blood samples, read test results, complete intake assessments, and assist with monitoring patient outcomes.
Complete documentation associated with clinical procedures accurately and in accordance with clinic standards.
Operate, monitor, and maintain medical equipment safely and effectively.
Assess patients, monitor and record vital signs, and observe and document responses, side effects, and treatment outcomes.
Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and clinic protocols.
Depending on clinic needs, transport medication to other locations or work on a CTC Mobile Unit.
Perform other duties as assigned.