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Nurse LPN

Eligibility
RN/LPN

Posted Sep 16

Location

Denver, Colorado

$34–$40/hr

Schedule and commitments

Term
Permanent

Pay and benefits

Against the board
In range for Denver staff rolesDenver staff postings that state pay run $34/hr to $44/hr, the middle half $35/hr to $40/hr, across 60 postings.
  • Health savings account
  • Paid holidays
  • Disability insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
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  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Life insurance

Do you qualify?

License
Licensed LPN or RN in state of employment
License
Valid Driver License and Motor Vehicle Clearance (satisfactory driving record for 39 months)
Certification
CPR certification required
Experience
Experience in the field of substance use disorders preferred, but not required
Also asks
Must have reliable transportation
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Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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Ability to travel to assigned CMS sites
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Knowledge of the signs of intoxication and opioid withdrawal symptoms
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Demonstrates accuracy in medication administration and ability to maintain accurate client records
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About Community Medical Services
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Our Commitment
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What's around it?

In Denver, CO· © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap

Living costs about 6% above the US average

Median rent
$1,831/mo
Household income
$94,718/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

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From Census ACS 2024.

About this role

Posting details
Schedule
Monday - Friday 7PM-3:30 PM, Saturday 7:30AM-10:30AM

Community Medical Services (CMS) is urgently hiring a Nurse to administer medication to patients recovering from addictions to opioids and other illicit substances. In your role as a dosing nurse, you’ll work under the supervision of the Clinic Manager to conduct required testing, maintain the medication inventory, audit records, and assist medical providers in providing a safe place for anyone looking to start their recovery journey with us.

As part of our mission to help individuals recover from substance use disorders, you’ll thrive in a supportive, engaging, and fulfilling work environment where your contributions are valued.

Along the way, we’ll invest in your well-being through a benefits package that includes:

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  • Subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid sick, vacation, and holiday time
  • 401K retirement plan with match
  • Tuition and CME reimbursement up to 100%
  • Employee assistance program to support your mental health and wellness
  • Ongoing professional development

We’re looking for someone who

Is excited to work in an outpatient setting, much like a doctor’s office. Enjoys a consistent schedule. Likes to chat—you won’t be physically moving patients in this role, but you will be having conversations with them all day.

To thrive in this role, you must be able to

Administer medications as ordered/prescribed by a CMS medical provider Monitor behavioral patterns, medical symptoms, and physical symptoms related to dosage, as well as other symptoms related to drug use and mental health concerns Obtain vital signs, blood specimens, and urine samples Process point-of-care urine drug screens per company policy Prepare take-home medication (n/a in Montana) Monitor medication administration closely to prevent diversion Report diversion to proper internal authorities Maintain accurate client records in company’s EHR system Document medication errors and respond to adverse medical reactions per company policy Arrange temporary incoming and outgoing courtesy dosing clients Deliver medications to external facilities Order necessary dosing room and nursing-related supplies Maintain accurate medication inventory records Adhere to all federal, state, local, and accrediting body regulations Administer CPR if necessary

Requirements

Licensed LPN or RN in state of employment CPR certification required Ability to travel to assigned CMS sites Valid Driver License and Motor Vehicle Clearance (satisfactory driving record for 39 months) Experience in the field of substance use disorders preferred, but not required Knowledge of the signs of intoxication and opioid withdrawal symptoms Demonstrates accuracy in medication administration and ability to maintain accurate client records Must have reliable transportation

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About Community Medical Services

Community Medical Services (CMS) is a CARF-accredited addiction treatment program providing services in the form of outpatient medication-assisted treatment and one-on-one and group counseling to those seeking help with their opioid use disorder. Headquartered in Arizona with more than 70 treatment clinics in 14 states, CMS is dedicated to meeting the challenges presented by the growing opioid epidemic in communities where treatment is lacking.

Our Commitment

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Other Conditions

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Sourced from Community Medical Services’ careers page.

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