Medication Nurse Specialist

4 weeks ago


Hazard, Kentucky, United States Behavioral Health Group Full time
Job Summary

The Medication Nurse is a critical member of our treatment team, responsible for administering methadone to patients as prescribed by the Medical Director or Clinic Physician. This role requires a high level of accountability, ensuring medication accuracy and patient safety.

Key Responsibilities
  • Administer methadone as prescribed by the Medical Director or Clinic Physician
  • Evaluate and assess new and current patients for treatment appropriateness
  • Observe and assess patients post-administration
  • Follow all physician orders and maintain accurate patient dosing records
  • Collect urine specimens, file contract urines, and record results
  • Maintain medical supply inventories and receive medication shipments per DEA and company procedures
  • Achieve phlebotomist certification if required and coordinate courtesy and vacation dose packages
  • Train new nurses and implement quality health standards
  • Monitor physicals and lab work, stay updated on drug abuse trends and treatment information, and participate in monthly in-service trainings
  • Ensure treatment center meets accreditation standards and meet attendance standards
Requirements
  • Licensed as LPN/LVN in the state of employment
  • CPR and First Aid certified
  • Valid driver's license
  • Preferred experience in chemical addiction and accurate data entry skills
  • Ability to work independently under pressure and handle multiple tasks
Why Work with Us?

At Behavioral Health Group, we prioritize work-life balance, offering generous paid time off, holidays, and personal needs. Our flexible schedules include early in/early out hours, no nights, and no Sundays. We also invest in your growth with role-based training and advancement opportunities.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, life, vision, and dental insurance, tuition reimbursement, and a competitive 401K match. You'll also enjoy competitive pay, quarterly bonuses, and incentives for certifications or licenses.

Join our community that values excellence, integrity, and making a real difference in the lives of others. We're an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis.



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