Dispensing Nurse Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing as an LPN/LVN.
• Hold a current LPN license in the state of Washington.
• Hold 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 with EMR systems and related clinical software applications.
• Competence in patient assessment, including evaluation of 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 prescribed by a physician in accordance with clinic protocols.
• Ability to observe and document patient responses, side effects, and treatment outcomes.
• Accurately and promptly document medication administration records (MARs), patient vital signs, and incident reports in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements related to controlled substances and patient care, including DEA, 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and Joint Commission standards.
• Ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, counselors, case managers, and support staff.
• Per-diem availability to work on an as-needed basis.

Nice To Haves

• One year of nursing experience in behavioral health, an outpatient treatment program, or the addiction recovery field is preferred.
• Training or experience treating patients in an outpatient treatment program 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 for substance use treatment, including trauma-informed care and harm reduction principles.

Responsibilities

• Work under the supervision of the Nursing Supervisor, Medical Director, and Clinic Director while maintaining professional standards of care.
• Prepare and administer medications accurately and in a timely manner as ordered by the Medical Director or Program Physician.
• Promptly and accurately document medication administration and nursing care in patient records, including progress and activity notes.
• Safeguard medication stock and maintain accurate inventories and records as required by the DEA, FDA, and other regulatory agencies.
• Maintain precise accounting of medication received from suppliers and dispensed to patients.
• Spend approximately 90% of work hours on medication administration activities; perform other duties as assigned by the Medical or Clinic Director during remaining work hours.
• Conduct and process urine and/or blood samples, read test results, complete intake assessments, and assist in monitoring patient outcomes.
• Complete documentation associated with testing and assessment procedures accurately and in compliance with clinic standards.
• As required by clinic needs, transport medication to other locations or work on a CTC Mobile Unit.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Assess patients, monitor vital signs, educate patients and families, and collaborate with the clinical team to support safe and effective treatment.
• Observe and document patient responses, side effects, and treatment outcomes.

Benefits

• Paid training
• Medication dispensary environment described as lower stress
• No heavy patient lifting or bedside work
• Stable morning/day shifts ending in the early afternoon