Salary: $30 per hour
Hours: 40 hours per week schedules will be inside the hours below.
Monday - Friday 5:30 am to 1:30 pm
Saturday 6 am - 11 am.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Medication Nurse/LPN will be responsible for administering the proper dose of methadone to each patient as prescribed by the Medical Director or Clinic Physician. He or she ensures medication accountability. The Medication Nurse assists in the screening of patients and keeps in close contact with counselors regarding patients' progress. The Medication Nurse/LPN will perform duties within the scope of their license or certification which are an addendum to this job description.
JOB DUTIES:
? Participate in all trainings as required by federal, state, local and accrediting
agencies.
? Administer methadone as prescribed by the Medical Director or Program
Physician
? Perform evaluation and assessment of new and current patients to determine
appropriateness for treatment or need for modifications to their treatment.
? Observe and assess patients after the initial dose is administered.
? Follow all physician orders.
? Assess patients' appropriateness for dosing.
? Collection of urine specimens, filing of contract urines (quantity specified per
state/clinic regulations), record urine results in patients' chart.
? Responsible for maintenance of all medical supply inventories as needed.
? Receive medication shipments in accordance with DEA and company
procedures.
? Achieve certification as a phlebotomist, if specified per state regulations.
? Responsible for coordinating and preparing courtesy and vacation dose
medication packages.
? Participate in training new nurses.
? Ensure implementation of quality health standards.
? Maintain accurate patient dosing records as well as daily reconciliation and
accountability of medication inventory as dispensed from total stock on hand.
? Report and document all medication discrepancies and incidents promptly to the
Nursing Supervisor and Program Director.
? Plan and implement changes necessary for improved functioning of the
treatment center.
? Attend and function as an active participant in weekly treatment team meetings,
as well as outside seminars and training.
? Maintain active communication (weekly) with other team members in the nursing
department as to relevant program/patient changes.
? Maintain and help with a chart monitoring system to track physicals and lab
work.
? Hold a basic understanding of drug/alcohol abuse and addiction and keep
updated on current drug abuse and treatment information - specifically current
trends in Opioid Maintenance Treatment.
? Participate in and/or helps perform, schedule, or attend monthly treatment
center in-service training.
? Ensure treatment center meets all accreditation standards related to Medical,
Health, and Safety issues; and other areas as assigned.
? Meet BHG attendance standards and be present and ready for work at the
beginning of their established work schedule.
? Report any work-related injury or illness, or workplace hazards or security
issues immediately to supervisor.
? Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
MINIMUAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR CONSIDERATION:
? Licensed as LPN/LVN or RN in the state
? CPR certified.
? Experience and understanding of chemical addiction is preferable.
? High integrity
? Excellent verbal and written communication skills
? Sound judgment
? Self-starter
? Strong interpersonal skills
? Accurate data entry skills with knowledge of basic computing,
? Ability to work independently and under pressure handling multiple tasks
simultaneously,
? Must be able to react quickly,
? Working knowledge of dosing equipment, centrifuge, monitoring equipment for
physical assessment, test strips, breathalyzers and other medical equipment as
needed.
? Demonstrate basic knowledge and skill in the use of standard office equipment.
? Must possess a valid Oklahoma Driver?s license and a clear background check.
UKB and Tribal preference applies.
Job description is subject to change.