PRN Dispensing Nurse (LPN/LVN) - Days & Evenings
Company: BayMark Health Services
Location: Chicopee
Posted on: May 6, 2022
Job Description:
Per Diem Dispensing Nurse - LPN/LVN (Day and Evening Shifts)
Health Care Resource Center is looking for a detail oriented and
empathetic Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse to
dispense prescribed medications as part of a treatment team in
partnership with Physicians and Nursing Supervisors. The dispensing
nurse also shares responsibility of maintaining dispensing
equipment, managing medication inventory and reporting patient
treatment information. An ideal dispensing nurse candidate works
cooperatively with supervisory counseling staff and demonstrates a
non-judgmental and accepting attitude toward the Substance Use
Disorder.Responsibilities:
- Administer daily medication to patients in accordance with
program policy and medical protocols.
- Use automated dispensing system(s), calibrate pump and maintain
dispensing equipment
- Produce and maintain appropriate records and reports as
required by Company protocol, Federal and State Regulations
- Ensure compliance with security standards for the distribution
and storage of controlled substances as set forth in the Code of
Federal regulations
- Order, receive and stock medication in accordance with DEA and
State regulations. (If granted Power of Attorney)
- Provide daily assessment of patients
- Assist Nursing Supervisor to orient new nursing staff
- Other related duties as determined by supervisor
Qualifications:
- Current & good standing LPN/LVN license in the State of
Massachusetts
- Current CPR certification required
- EMR & computer proficiency desired
- Experience in chemical dependency preferred, self-motivated and
directed, must have a positive attitude toward individuals in
substance abuse treatment.
- Satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check.
COVID-19 considerations:Everyone will be asked to be in compliance
with the most recent COVID guidelines from CDC, State, County and
City. Here is what you can expect from us: Health Care Resource
Center, a progressive substance abuse treatment organization, is
committed to the highest quality of patient care in a comfortable
outpatient clinic setting. Our ultimate goal is to address the
physical, emotional, and mental aspects of opioid use disorder to
help each of our patients achieve long-term recovery and an
improved quality of life. Health Care Resource Center is committed
to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all
Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment
discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, natural origin,
ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual
orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition, disability or
veteran's status or any other classification protected by
State/Federal laws.PI175331207
Keywords: BayMark Health Services, Chicopee , PRN Dispensing Nurse (LPN/LVN) - Days & Evenings, Healthcare , Chicopee, Massachusetts
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