MedMark Treatment 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 the responsibility of maintaining dispensing equipment, managing medication inventory, and reporting patient treatment information.
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
Requirement description :
- 1+Years of Experience - Required
- Must have a positive attitude toward individuals in substance abuse treatment
- Skills Checklist - Required
- Two Supervisory Reference Forms - Required
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS :
STATE LICENSE REQUIREMENTS :
ADDITIONAL LICENSE REQUIREMENTS : Must be active!Weekend Requirements : Required - must be available all weekendsOn Call Requirements : Possible