MMU Dispensing Nurse I - LPN

Description

Jamestown Healing Clinic is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Mobile Medication Unit (MMU) team. This is a part-time position with a schedule of Fridays from 5:30 AM to 4:00 PM and Saturdays from 5:30 AM to 10:30 AM, providing vital healthcare services to rural and underserved communities in Clallam County, Washington.

Position Summary:

The Jamestown Healing Clinic (JHC) Dispensing Nurse I-LPN will work as part of a mobile unit healthcare team. This role requires administering medications as ordered by medical providers, maintaining accurate accounting of all medication received and dispensed within the Mobile Medication Unit (MMU). The LPN is responsible for the safekeeping of all medications and accurate medication record-keeping in compliance with DEA, FDA, and Board of Pharmacy regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer Methadone, Buprenorphine/Naloxone, or Monotherapy Buprenorphine (Suboxone/Subutex) as prescribed by the Medical Director and staff providers.

• Maintain accurate accounting of all medication received (from supplier) and dispensed (to the patient).

• Ensure the safekeeping of all medication stock and records required by the DEA, State Board of Pharmacy, and JHC.

• Conduct breath alcohol testing, urine collection and processing, and interpret test results as needed; ensure accurate completion of all related documentation.

• Perform duties within the scope of LPN licensure, including measuring and recording patients' vital signs, conducting nursing-level physical assessments, providing patient care or treatment (including wound care), and delivering patient education.

• Assess patients' physical conditions and report observations to providers verbally or in writing.

• Alert treatment staff to any observed changes in patients' status.

• Enter and update prescriptions and medications in patients' electronic health records (EHR).

• Accurately chart patient encounters and incidents according to established guidelines.

• Record all inter-agency communications related to patients in a timely manner, adhering to applicable guidelines.

• Explain the proper use of dispensed medications and their effects to patients.

• Maintain current statistical records.

• Communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to facilitate patient care.

• Consistently follow workflows and protocols set by JHC and the DEA.

• Adhere to all JHC policies and procedures, including safety standards and work practices outlined in the Occupational Exposure Control Plan and HIPAA.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing; current LPN license in the state of Washington; unrestricted license to practice within the state of Washington  

• Three years of experience in a clinic setting 

• Previous substance abuse treatment and/or primary care experience

• Knowledge of the current medical practices in primary care, mental health, and addiction medicine

• Knowledge of substance use disorders and their effects on individuals, families, and communities

• Phlebotomy skills

• Experience working with patients in observing and obtaining urine specimens

• Exceptional personal and ethical boundaries, empathy, and effective communications skills 

• Ability to work in a cross-culture environment, understands the social and cultural context of the patients at the JHC. Understands the role of trauma, historical, community, family, and personal experience in wellness and recovery

• Flexibility may be required to accommodate some evenings and weekend work around the MMU schedule; some work may also be conducted at JHC primary site in Sequim, WA  

• Understands and adheres to state (RCW, WAC) and federal confidentiality regulations (42 CFR part 2). Applicants must always conduct self ethically and professionally 

• Effective communication; written, verbal, and interpersonal skills, including conflict resolution 

• Strong computer and electronic medical record (EMR) skills

• Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background investigation

• Uphold all current vaccine requirements for employment

• Ability to travel locally and regionally as assigned

• Valid Washington State Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications

• CPR/First Aide Certification (if not currently a certification holder, will complete employer provided training upon hire)

• Experience and knowledge of Epic and/or Methasoft EMR

• Knowledge of Local, State, and Federal Laws and Regulations

• Knowledge of office administrative operations, including personnel management, and compliance

• Excellent organization skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks

• Effective time management, decision-making, and problem-solving skills

• Demonstrate initiative, work independently with little supervision

• American Indian/Alaska Native preferences apply

Read the full job description here: MMU Dispensing Nurse I- LPN

Qualifications

Salary : $32 - $41