What are the responsibilities and job description for the DISPENSING NURSE PT & PRN (On-Site #0007V & 0004P) - Pueblo position at Crossroads Turning Points?
DISPENSING NURSE PT & PRN (On-Site #0007V & 0004P) - Pueblo
Job Details
Job Location
Pueblo, CO
Salary Range
$29.50 - $29.50 Hourly
Job Posting Date(s)
Start Date
10/10/2025
End Date
11/07/2025
Description
Are you on a journey to find personal and professional fulfillment? At Crossroads Turning Points, we recognize the importance of making a positive impact on the lives of others. By helping individuals navigate the challenges of substance misuse and mental health, you can play a vital role in guiding them toward a healthier lifestyle and lasting recovery. Our caring team provides personal support in a warm and welcoming environment for everyone who walks through our doors.
We are seeking a compassionate and dynamic individual to join our team as a Dispensing Nurse (Part-Time and PRN) for our program. This position is responsible for measuring and dispensing methadone and other medications according to doctors' orders, while adhering to regulations set by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), and the Office of Behavioral Health (OBH). Additionally, the role involves providing nursing services and maintaining medical records for the Opioid Treatment Program, as well as other related services.
This position is exclusively for day shift hours.
All applicants must complete a pre-employment drug screening, which includes testing for marijuana, along with a comprehensive background check and a TB test.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following tasks are necessary for the role. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.
Responsible for ordering, receiving, dispensing, and record-keeping medication according to applicable rules and regulations.
Supports patient treatment by coordinating with program Supervisors and Behavioral Health Clinicians, ensuring that all medication is dispensed accurately according to physician orders.
Responsible for dosing and documenting all methadone doses within scheduled clinic hours.
Report inconsistencies and problems regarding the handling of controlled substances to your immediate Supervisor.
Maintains a clean and safe work area and immediately reports any potential hazards to the immediate Supervisor.
Observe patients for urine analyses.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: N/A
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
LPN or RN license for the State of Colorado or a multi-state license.
Continuing education in human services, psychology, and related fields is required.
Experience:
Prefer prior experience in the substance use treatment field.
Other:
Knowledge of applicable laws regarding medication dispensing, storage, and accountability.
Basic computer skills are required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
It may require bending and lifting. The maximum weight for any physical moving requirement should not exceed 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The responsibilities for this position are performed in the clinic.
DISCLAIMER:
The information in this description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work that employees perform within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
This position offers limited benefits but provides valuable experience that contributes to our patients' healing and professional growth.
Join a leader in the behavioral health field with over 45 years of experience!
Submit your application today at www.crossroadstp.org by visiting the employment tab.
Closing Date:
November 7, 2025, or open until filled
Rate:
$29.50 per hour.
Equal Opportunity Employer