Dispensary Nurse - LPN

OTP Dispensary Nurse (LPN) :

Camas Health Recovery Center

Base Pay Rate : $38-$42 / hr, dependent on experience

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.

Summary of Functions

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 OTP 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.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

The Dispensary LPNs are responsible for preserving the integrity of the Camas Health Recovery Center properties by performing the following duties :

• 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.
• Organize and monitor the activities of the Dispensary Technician as requested by the Lead Dispensary Technician or Dispensary Manager.
• 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.

Education / Experience

Other Requirements

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 :

Additional

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.