RN Dispensary Nurse

Dispensary Nurse - RN

Camas Health Recovery Center

Base Pay Rate: $38-63/hour

Hiring Preference: The Kalispel Tribe of Indians is an Equal opportunity employer. Consistent with federal law, the Kalispel Tribe of Indians applies Indian preference in employment. It is the policy of the Kalispel Tribe of Indians to give preference in hiring, promotions, and transfers into vacant positions to qualified applicants in the following order: 1) Kalispel Tribal Members; 2) Spouse of an enrolled Kalispel Tribal Member; 3) enrolled members of other Indian Tribes; 4) all other applicants. At-Will Employment: Employment with the Kalispel Tribe of Indians is at-will and can be terminated with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time, either at the option of the employee or the Kalispel Tribe of Indians. Drug Testing: The Kalispel Tribe of Indians is a drug free work place. All applicants are subject to drug testing at the time of hire and at unannounced times during employment. Background Investigation: All candidates and employees may be subject to a background investigation.

Job Description:

The opioid treatment program Dispensary Nurse is responsible for the safe and efficient dispensing of opioid agonist medication to patients in a medication assisted treatment setting. The dispensary nurse performs assessments, evaluations and administers other medications as ordered by the medical providers in accordance with regulations and standards of practice and consistent with policy and procedures. The Dispensary Nurse reports directly to the Dispensary Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Ensures security of medications, patient records and any other documentations required by the DEA, DOH and all other licensing agencies.
• Dispenses appropriate medication doses and accounts for all medication inventory used during a dispensary shift.
• Accurately record nursing documentation in accordance to standards of practice in the electronic medical records system.
• Organizes and monitors the activities of the dispensary as requested by the dispensary manager.
• Reports to the dispensary lead nurse needs on medication inventory and dispensary supply needs for reordering.
• Attend all required meetings and trainings and provide such data as needed by the team for inclusion of medical treatment plan.
• Administers and reads tuberculosis testing for all patients, including making outside referrals for patients needing chest x-rays.
• Maintain a strong policy knowledge of all applicable federal, state, and local rules, laws and regulations and maintains compliance.
• Participate in Federal and State substance abuse training and continuing education as needed to perform in the position safely and effectively.
• Interacts with all staff in a positive and motivational fashion supporting the company's mission.
• Responsible for other nursing tasks and responsibility as job dictates and as assigned by the dispensary manager within standards of practice.

Education:

• Nurses must be graduates of an accredited school of nursing and have a current Washington State Nurse License.
• BLS required or the ability to complete within the first 3 months of hire.

Experience:

• 1 Year patient care experience in a clinical setting required.
• 1 - 2 years Nursing experience preferred.
• Work experience in the behavioral health and/or mental health fields is desired.
• Experience in an OTP setting and chemical dependency treatment is preferred.
• Prior experience in an Opioid Treatment Program is highly desired and will be given hiring preference.

Other Requirements

• Obtain and maintain a Level 3 Kalispel Tribe of Indians Work Permit
• Nights, weekends, and holidays may be required.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job:

• Much of the work shift is sitting at a desk in front of a computer.
• Will spend some time on feet while interacting with staff, visitors, etc.
• Should have the ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. as may be responsible for carrying heavy files or boxes.

Additional

• The nature of this position is fast-paced in high-stress situations and conditions.
• Knowledge of all federal and state regulations pertaining to the storage, ordering and dispensing of scheduled substances
• Computer literate, with basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, and electronic medical records systems, as well as a high level of initiative in keeping current with technological change.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, clients, and outside contacts from a wide variety of ethnic, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds; good diplomatic skills, including strong conflict-resolution skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Conducts all business activities in a professional and ethical manner.
• Experience working in or with federal, state, and/or local government administrations preferred.
• Complies with and is up to date with all other testing, screening and credentialing as required.

Travel Requirements

Ability to travel as needed (minimal).

CONFLICT OF INTEREST:

All employees shall refrain from any private business or activity, which might cause their personal interest to conflict with or affect the impartial discharge of their duties to the Camas Health Recovery Center. Each employee must demonstrate personal integrity and is charged with the responsibility to serve and represent the Camas Health Recovery Center in a professional manner. Employees must be free and appear free of any activity, agreement, business investment, or interest in situations, which may interfere with that.