LPN/RN Dispensing Nurse

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) Seeking

• LPN/RN
• Dispensing
• Nurse
• Full
• Time
• Hours:
• Monday -
• Friday, 4:15
• AM - 12:45
• PM
• Our
• Benefits: Semi-Annual Bonus Program Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance Competitive 401(k) plan Paid vacation and sick time Early morning hours offering a great work/life balance
• Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry
• Our
• Team: South Portland Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in South Portland, ME, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation. Our nursing team provides compassionate, high quality safe and efficient medication dispensing to patients that are seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder.
• Your
• Job as
• Dispensing
• Nurse: The Dispensing Nurse (LPN/LVN) provides compassionate and professional care in an outpatient opioid treatment program (OTP) setting. This role includes assessing patients, administering medications, monitoring vital signs, educating patients and families, and collaborating with the clinical team to ensure safe and effective treatment. The nurse upholds all standards of professional nursing practice and clinic policies while ensuring accurate reporting and documentation of patient care and progress. ⭐️Additional Benefits of Joining our Nursing Team⭐️ Lower stress environment working in our medication dispensary No heavy lifting of patients/no bedside Stable shifts and schedule (mornings/days only) Early morning hours + early afternoon end time Be a part of helping others in a recovery environment
• Paid training
• Your
• Responsibilities as
• Dispensing
• Nurse: Work under the supervision of the Nursing Supervisor, Medical Director, and Clinic Director while maintaining professional standards of care. Prepare and administer medication as ordered by the Medical Director or Program Physician accurately and in a timely manner. Document medication administration and nursing care in patient records promptly and accurately, including notes on progress and activities. Ensure the safekeeping and accurate inventory of all medication stock and records as required by the DEA, FDA, and other regulatory agencies. Maintain precise accounting of all medication received from suppliers and dispensed to patients. Dedicate approximately 90% of work hours to medication administration activities; the remaining time may be assigned to other duties by the Medical or Clinic Director. Conduct and process urine and/or blood samples, read test results, complete intake assessments, and assist in monitoring patient outcomes. Complete all documentation associated with these procedures accurately and in compliance with clinic standards. Depending on clinic needs, may be required to transport medication to other locations or work on a CTC Mobile Unit. Perform other duties as assigned. Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility.