What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Program Nurse position at New Mexico Treatment Services?
Part-Time Program Nurse
New Mexico Treatment Services, LLC
Espanola, NM
At New Mexico Treatment Services, LLC, our compassionate and effective support provides a foundation for those navigating the complexities of drug dependence. Our opioid treatment centers assist individuals in moving toward a revitalized life, free from the constraints of addiction. New Mexico Treatment Services, LLC exists to protect and improve the lives of people addicted to narcotic drugs. In accomplishing this mission, we strive for never-ending improvement and commitment to our values.
We don’t just offer a job; we invest in you. Our benefits are designed to support your health, your future, and your time away from work, so you can thrive both personally and professionally.
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Basic Life and Voluntary Life Insurance to protect what matters most
- Flexible Ancillary Options such as hospital indemnity and critical illness coverage
- A 401(k) with Employer Match to help you build your financial future
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 64 hours of Sick Leave
- 12 Paid Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays to recharge and celebrate
- Off on Sundays
Join us and build not just a career, but a future you can be proud of.
Position Summary:
The Program Nurse is responsible for dispensing prescribed medication as a part of a treatment team in partnership with Physicians and Nursing Supervisors. The dispensing nurse also shares responsibility of maintaining dispensing equipment, managing medication inventory and reporting patient treatment information.
An ideal dispensing nurse candidate works cooperatively with supervisory counseling staff and demonstrates a non-judgmental and accepting attitude toward the Substance Use Disorder.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following and other duties as assigned:
- Accurately dispensing prescribed medications
- Performing efficient and effective daily operations of the clinic pharmacy Security and inventory accuracy of controlled substances
- Consulting patients relating to their medication regimen
- Assisting the medical director in all areas of patient care, including physicals, bloodwork, procuring lab specimens, and recording the results of the tests
- Maintaining reports as required by state and federal regulations
Job Requirements
- Current & good standing LPN/RN license in the State of application Current CPR certification required
- Computer proficiency desired
- Experience in chemical dependency preferred, self-motivated, and must have positive attitude toward individuals in substance abuse treatment
Physical
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer May require prolonged periods of standing, moving and bending
- Occasional lifting/carrying, paperwork, files, medical supplies, up to 20 lbs.
- Occasional push/pull exerting up to 5-10 lbs. force, opening doors, file drawers, pushing files in drawers
- Occasional kneeling/crouching and/or ability to reach lower file drawers, file stretching to store or retrieve materials.
Mental
Position requires constant mental alertness, attention to detail, and high degree of accuracy required in completing all assignments. Must be able to follow oral and written instructions and follow-through on all assignments.