DISPENSING NURSE

Job Details

Job Location
Alamosa, CO

Salary Range
$23.13 - $23.13 Hourly

Description

Are you looking to find personal and professional fulfillment? At Crossroads Turning Points, our employees have an opportunity to make a difference every day by helping people facing substance use and mental health challenges build healthy lifestyles for their long-term recovery. Our dedicated team provides personalized care to ensure an environment that allows healing for anyone who walks through our doors.

We are searching for a dynamic individual to become the Dispensing Nurse at our clinic (DAY SHIFT ONLY).

All positions require pre-employment drug screening

and background checks.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Responsible for measuring and dispensing methadone and other medications according to doctor's orders, FDA, DEA, and ADAD regulations and providing nursing and medical record-keeping services to the Methadone and other programs.

Responsible for ordering, receipt, dispensing, and record-keeping medication according to applicable rules and regulations.

Supports patient treatment through coordination with program supervisors and counselors, ensuring physicians' orders properly dispense all medication.

Responsible for dosing and documenting all methadone doses within scheduled clinic hours.

Reports inconsistencies and/or problems regarding handling the controlled substances to the program supervisor.

Maintains a clean and safe work area and immediately reports any potential hazards to the supervisor.

Observe the patient for urinalysis.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

LPN or RN license with some classes in a human service area such as psychology.

Experience:

Prefer prior experience in the substance use field.

Other:

Knowledge of applicable laws regarding medication dispensing, storage, and accountability.

Basic computer skills are also required.

Physical Demands:

May require bending and lifting. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Apply today at www.crossroadstp.org under the employment tab.

This part-time position offers a limited number of benefits.

Join a leader in the behavioral health field with over 45 years of experience

Closing Date:

September 11, 2024, or open until filled.

Rate:

$23.13 per hr

EOE/M/F/D/V/SO

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