Job Description:

SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Nursing Manager and the Director of Medical and Nursing Operations, the Nurse is responsible for administering medication to clients; assisting medical providers; conducting required testing; maintaining medication inventory and audit records; and provide support to the overall operations of the clinic. Above all, the Nurse is responsible for providing patient-centered care in a professional environment.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

There are no supervisory roles in this position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(Includes the following; other duties may be assigned)

• Administer medications as ordered/prescribed by a CMS medical provider

• Follows all medical provider orders

• Monitors behavioral patterns, medical symptoms, and physical symptoms related to dosage, as well as other symptoms related to drug use (both licit and illicit) and mental health concerns

• Obtains vital signs, blood specimens, and urine samples

• Processes point of care urine drug screens per company policy

• Prepares take-home medication (n/a in Montana)

• Monitors medication administration closely to prevent diversion

• Reports diversion to proper internal authorities

• Maintains accurate client records in company’s EHR system

• Documents medication errors and responds to adverse medical reactions per company policy

• Arranges temporary incoming and outgoing courtesy dosing clients

• Delivers medications to external facilities

• Orders necessary dosing room and nursing-related supplies

• Orders necessary medications (n/a in Montana)

• Maintains accurate medication inventory records

• Adheres to all federal, state, local, and accrediting body regulations

• Administers CPR, if necessary

COMPETENCIES

• Basic to intermediate computer knowledge

• Knowledge of the signs of intoxication and opioid withdrawal symptoms

• Demonstrates accuracy in medication administration and ability to maintain accurate client records

• Problem solving, conflict resolution, and strong customer service skills

• Passion, humility, integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven, and self-directed

• Excellent organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail

• Culturally competent and sensitive to client and employee needs

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively between all organizational levels and with outside providers

• Participates in continuing education and/or other job-related training

• Adheres to and enforces company policies and procedures

QUALIFICATIONS

• Licensed LPN or RN in state(s) of employment

• Ability to travel to assigned CMS sites

• Experience in the field of substance use disorders preferred, but not required

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