OTP Dispensary Nurse (LPN)

OTP Dispensary Nurse (LPN): Hope and Healing Clinic, LLC

Baseline Pay Rate: $38/hr.

Why Hope and Healing Clinic?

Every journey to recovery is unique. At Hope and Healing Clinic, we offer personalized medication-assisted treatment and behavioral health therapy tailored to your needs. We are with you every step of the way to deliver guidance, support, and resources on your path towards recovery.

Our team of healthcare professionals provide an expanded scope of care for patients enrolled in our opioid treatment program. This holistic, person-first approach addresses the core of the problem and the full impact of substance use in their lives.

Join Our Team!

Hope and Healing Clinic is seeking an OTP Dispensary Nurse (LPN) who is eager to support their new clinic located in Tumwater, WA.

The Dispensary Nurse position is responsible for the safe and efficient dispensing of doses of methadone to clients, consistent with the clinic procedures. The Dispensary Nurse will report directly to the Dispensary Manager.

The Dispensary Nurse should adhere to and value the philosophical priorities of the HARM Reduction Model, that Medication Assisted Treatment is the preferred method of addressing opioid addiction and that every patient deserves to be treated with respect, compassion and dignity.

Responsibilities:

• Follows all clinic policies and procedures
• Ensures security of medications, patient records and any other documentation required by the MSO, the FDA, DEA and/or state agencies
• Ensures that the clinic protects the rights and confidentiality of all patients to provide each patient with the required medical and clinical care
• Dispense appropriate medication doses, in accordance with the clinic procedures
• Record all doses dispensed and account for all medication used during Dispensary shift
• Participate in all meetings as requested or required and provide such data as needed by the team for inclusion of medical treatment plan
• Monitor charts for dose discrepancies and take corrective action when needed
• Monitor tuberculosis testing for all patients and assigned units, including making outside referrals when appropriate
• Maintain a strong policy knowledge of all applicable federal, state, and local rules, laws and regulations and maintains compliance
• Knowledge and compliance with HIPAA policies and procedures
• Participate in Federal and State substance abuse training and continuing education as needed to safely and effectively perform in the position
• Interacts with all staff in a positive and motivational fashion supporting the company's mission and Best Practice Patient Experience
• Other duties as assigned

Position Requirements:

• Education:
  Nurses must be graduates of an accredited school of nursing and have a current Washington State Nurses License.
• The nurse must be an LPN with a medications license.
• Coursework in the behavioral sciences is desired, however previous experience with drug abuse treatment is not required.

Experience:

• Work experience in the behavioral sciences field and in the area of chemical dependency treatment is desired.

Physical Requirements:

• 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:
  • A majority of the work shift is sitting at a desk in front of a computer.
  • Will spend some time on feet while filing, making photocopies or standing to greet a visitor.
  • Additional responsibilities may include rotations on the Clinic Mobile Unit, which travels through surrounding communities to meet the needs of our patients.
  • Should have the ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. as may be responsible for moving office supplies or carrying heavy files or boxes.

Additional:

• The nature of this position is fast-paced in high-stress situations and conditions
• 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
• Must be able to pass required background checks
• Complies with and up-to-date with all other testing, screening and credentialing as required
• Ability to travel as needed (minimal)

Preference will be given to qualified native applicants; Chehalis Tribal Member and Native American preference policy is applicable. However, all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be able to provide Indian preference documentation if claimed.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. The requirements listed above are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the job according to specific company requirements. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, disability, or marital status.