What are the responsibilities and job description for the License Practical Nurse - Methadone Dispensing Nurse position at Easterseals PORT?
Lead with Purpose. Empower with Compassion
Voted Raleigh’s Best Nonprofit Organization and Raleigh’s Best Mental Health Services three years in a row!
Position Snapshot
Location: New Bern, NC
Schedule: Monday - Friday 5am - 1pm | every other weekend 6am - 10am
Pay: $27.00 - $30.00 Hour | based on experience
Work Setting: On site
Type: Full-time
Make an Impact With Us
As a part of our mission, we help our team members embrace their potential, build resilience, and thrive! You will benefit from ongoing professional growth and development as you work alongside leaders of clinical excellence in mental health and substance use services that care about your success. Join a team where your compassion becomes someone's turning point.
What You'll Do
- Manages medication administration
- Conducts health screenings and provides health promotion, prevention, and medication education to individuals served
- Supports individuals in developing strategies to improve medication adherence and overall wellness
- Coordinates care and communicates with medical providers while educating team members on psychiatric symptoms and medication side effects
- Provides direct therapeutic interventions, case coordination, and rehabilitative support to help individuals maintain independence in the community
- Maintains accurate documentation, including medication records and utilization review materials, while ensuring compliance with program standards
What You'll Bring
- An active unrestricted Nursing License to practice in the North Carolina (LPN)
- Proficiency with EHR systems and technically savvy
- Valid driver's license, insurance and realizable transportation for work related travel
- Prior mental health experience preferred but not required
Why join Easterseals PORT Health?
Easterseals PORT Health is a trusted and compassionate organization providing disability, mental health, and substance use services across North Carolina and Virginia. Purpose, dedication, and empathy guide the way we support our neighbors and one another.
For benefits-eligible positions, our total reqrds packack may include:
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
- Life and Disability Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Plan.
- Employee Assistance Program and legal services support
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer
- Professional development and training opportunities, including AHEC where applicable
About Easterseals PORT Health
Easterseals PORT Health is a trustworthy and compassionate partner, providing exceptional services in disability, mental health, and substance use to help our neighbors live their best lives. Purpose, dedication, and empathy drive our in-person and telehealth service delivery.
Salary : $27 - $30