DISPENSING NURSE PT (On-Site #00068) - Alamosa
CROSSROADS TURNING POINTS INC·Alamosa, Colorado
About the role
Responsible for measuring and dispensing methadone and other medications according to physician orders and regulatory standards. The role also involves maintaining medical records and providing nursing services within an Opioid Treatment Program.
Job DetailsJob Location
- Alamosa,
- CO 81101Salary
- Range: $30.00 - $30.00 HourlyAre you on a journey to find personal and professional fulfillment? At Crossroads Turning Points, we recognize the importance of making a positive impact on others' lives. By helping individuals navigate the challenges of substance misuse and mental health, you can play a vital role in guiding them toward a healthier lifestyle and lasting recovery. Our caring team provides personal support in a warm, welcoming environment to everyone who walks through our doors. We invite a compassionate and dynamic individual to join our team as a Dispensing Nurse (PT) for our program. This position is responsible for measuring and dispensing methadone and other medications in accordance with physicians' orders and in compliance with regulations set by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), and the Office of Behavioral Health (OBH). Additionally, the role involves providing nursing services and maintaining medical records for the Opioid Treatment Program and related services. This position is exclusively for day shift hours. Please note that all applicants must undergo a pre-employment drug screening, which includes testing for marijuana, tb test, as well as a comprehensive background check.
- Essential
- DUTIES
- AND
- RESPONSIBILITIES: The following tasks are necessary for the role. Additional duties may be assigned as needed. Responsible for ordering, receiving, dispensing, and record-keeping medication according to applicable rules and regulations. Supports patient care by coordinating with program supervisors and counselors, ensuring accurate dispensing of all medications per physician orders. Responsible for dosing and documenting all methadone doses within scheduled clinic hours. Report inconsistencies and problems regarding the handling of controlled substances to your immediate Supervisor. Maintains a clean and safe work area and immediately reports any potential hazards to the immediate Supervisor. Observe patients for urine analyses.
- Supervisory
- Responsibilities:
- N/A
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