Dispensary Nurse Lead

Employment Opportunity

6330 31st Ave NE Ste 101

Tulalip, WA 98271

Q4C Human Resources: 360-716-2221

www.quilcedacreekcounselingcompany.com

JOB TITLE: Dispensary Nurse Lead PAY RANGE: $39.55-$55.90

DEPARTMENT: Quil Ceda Creek Counseling Company (Q4C)

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Dispensing Lead maintains accurate accounting of all medication received and dispensed. The Dispensing Manager is responsible for safekeeping of all medication stock and the records required by the DEA, FDA, and Board of Pharmacy. Must maintain professional standards and follow the treatment policies of Quil Ceda Creek Counseling Company as well as Federal and State laws and regulations.

TO APPLY: Complete the web form application located on the Munis Self Service portal: https://ess.tulaliptribes-nsn.gov/MSSQCV/employmentopportunities/default.aspx. For more information or questions, please visit: www.quilcedacreekcounselingcompany.com/careers or call Q4C HR at 360-716-2203.

NOTE: The Tulalip Tribes publicly announces that Indian Preference in hiring applies to all job opportunities.

EMPLOYEE CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

EMPLOYEE REPORTS TO: Q4C Nurse Care Manager

EMPLOYEE SUPERVISES: Dispensary Nurses

EDUCATION:

• Must be a Licensed Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Pharmacist in good standing with the State of Washington.

SKILLS:

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

• Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.

• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

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

• Knowledge of HIPAA and PHI requirements.

• Knowledge of common office and administrative procedures.

• Skills in the operation of a personal computer and standard office programs and equipment.

EXPERIENCE:

• A Minimum of five (5) years’ experience of professional work as a Nurse or Pharmacist is required.

• Two (2) years’ professional supervisory experience preferred.

• Experience working within Electronic Health Records Systems required.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid, unrestricted WA State Driver’s License

• CPR, First Aid certification required.

• BBP (Bloodborne Pathogens) certification required.

• TB screen required.

• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check, to include fingerprinting.

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS AND/OR PREREQUISITES:

• Ability to work in a cross-culture environment and understands the social and cultural context of the patients at the Q4C, understanding the role of trauma, historical, community, family, and personal experience in wellness and recovery.

• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.

• Ability to provide excellent customer service.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, staff, and outside agencies.

SPECIFIC JOB PERFORMED:

• Responsible for the administration of Methadone or Buprenorphine/Naloxone or Mono Buprenorphine (Suboxone/Subutex) as ordered by the Medical Director and staff providers.

• Responsible for the safekeeping of all medication stock and the records required by the DEA, State Board of Pharmacy, and clinic.

• Supervises the administration of breath alcohol testing, reading test results as needed; ensures accurate completion of all forms involved in these procedures.

• Conducts assessment of patients’ physical condition, reporting observations to providers either verbally or in writing.

• In collaboration with staff providers, assists with coordinating the outpatient detoxification and treatment services to persons addicted to opioids.

• Records all inter-agency communications relating to the patient in a timely manner.

• Maintains current statistical records.

• Coordinates the process of providing courtesy dosing with other agencies; communicates care provisions with all departments.

• Implements and maintains the priority dosing schedule for all assigned clients.

• Tracks and maintains the client’s list of carry privileges; updates assigned counselors when changes occur.

• Creates and maintains all administrative requirements for the internal dispensary.

• Trains, mentors, and assists the dispensary nursing staff in their professional development.

• Maintains schedules for dispensary nurses, ensuring adequate coverage is provided during all hours of operation.

• Supervises dispensary staff and assures survey compliance daily. Provides guidance and support to staff to better plan workflow.

• Oversees the inventory and tracking of methadone and buprenorphine for the Opioid Treatment Program (OTP), as well as supplies required for the dispensary.

• Assists with the development and implementation of dispensing policies and procedures.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

This is a Regular Full-time position, requiring at least 40 hours per week, or 2080 hours per year. Employee may be required to work after hours, weekends, special events and/or on call. Employees will be required to work on-site, no telecommuting. No provisions for relocation will be provided.

Disclaimer: The information provided in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents within this job. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and working conditions required of employees assigned to this job. Management has sole discretion to add or modify duties of the job and to designate other functions as essential at any time. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $39.55 - $55.90 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Clinic

Experience:

• LPN: 1 year (Preferred)
• Methadone: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• LPN License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Marysville, WA 98271: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40 - $56