LPN Dispensing Nurse
Beckley Comprehensive Treatment Center
Beaver, West Virginia
You'll dispense medication to patients in recovery from opioid use disorder at an outpatient clinic.
Posted Sep 15 · Applications close Sep 15, 2027
- Pay
- Not posted
- Shift and hours
- Weekday early morning shifts, 4:30 AM to 12:30 PM 4:30 AM-12:30 PM Monday - Friday
- Unit and setting
- Outpatient MAT opioid treatment program · Outpatient Our nursing team provides compassionate, high quality safe and efficient medication dispensing to patients that are seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder.Patients in recovery from opioid use disorder
- License
- LPN or LVN licenseCurrent LPN/LVN license in West Virginia
- Term
- Per Diem Per Diem Hours:
Do you qualify?
- License
- Current LPN/LVN license in West Virginia Current LPN/LVN license in West Virginia. Check your license
- Certification
- Current CPR where state regulation requires it Current CPR certification where required by state regulation.
- Education
- Graduate of an accredited nursing school (LPN/LVN) Graduation from an accredited school of nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Also asks
- Operating and maintaining medical equipment Ability to operate, monitor, and maintain medical equipment safely and effectively.
- Also asks
- Blood draws and specimen collection Skilled in drawing blood and collecting other specimens for laboratory testing.
- Also asks
- EMR proficiency Proficient in EMR systems and related clinical software applications.
- Also asks
- Patient assessment, including medical histories and symptoms Competent in patient assessment, including evaluating medical histories, symptoms, and overall condition.
- Also asks
- Recording vital signs accurately Ability to monitor and record vital signs such as temperature, pulse, and blood pressure accurately and consistently.
Preferred
- Experience
- 1 year nursing experience in behavioral health, outpatient treatment or addiction recovery Prefer 1 year of nursing experience in behavioral health, outpatient treatment program, or addiction recovery field.
- Experience
- Training or experience treating patients in an outpatient treatment program Training or experience treating patients in an outpatient treatment program, preferred.
- Experience
- Addiction recovery or behavioral health nursing experience Previous nursing experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities, is highly preferred but not required.
- Also asks
- Familiarity with methadone, buprenorphine and naltrexone Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including the safe handling, administration, and documentation of methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.
- Also asks
- Medication dispensing and dosing experience Experience in medication dispensing, monitoring patient dosing, and observing for adverse reactions or medication interactions.
- Also asks
- Trauma-informed care and harm reduction knowledge Understanding of nursing best practices related to substance use treatment, including trauma-informed care and harm reduction principles.
- Also asks
- Knowledge of DEA, 42 CFR Part 2 and HIPAA requirements Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., DEA, 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and Joint Commission standards) related to controlled substances and patient care.
What it pays
Benefits
- BenefitsPaid trainingPaid training
- BenefitsStable shifts and schedule, mornings and days onlyStable shifts and schedule (mornings/days only)
Pay isn’t listed.
The role and schedule
- Unit
- Medication dispensary Lower stress environment working in our medication dispensary
- Day to day
- Preparing and administering physician-ordered medication Prepare and administer medication as ordered by the Medical Director or Program Physician accurately and in a timely manner.
- Day to day
- Urine and blood sample testing Conduct and process urine and/or blood samples, read test results, complete intake assessments, and assist in monitoring patient outcomes.
- Day to day
- Controlled medication stock inventory Ensure the safekeeping and accurate inventory of all medication stock and records as required by the DEA, FDA, and other regulatory agencies.
- Day to day
- Patient and family teaching
- Weekends
- Rotating Saturdays, 4:30 AM to 8:30 AM Rotating Saturdays - 4:30 AM - 8:30 AM
- Travel
- May transport medication to other locations or work a CTC Mobile Unit Depending on clinic needs, may be required to transport medication to other locations or work on a CTC Mobile Unit.
- Details
- No bedside work or heavy lifting of patients No heavy lifting of patients/no bedside
The workplace
Your fit
Questions to ask
- Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for weekly hours, holiday, call, and rotation?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load and floating handled day to day?
On your path
Psychiatric is open from year one. Behavioral health spans inpatient, emergency, and community settings.
Original listing
Posted on Beckley Comprehensive Treatment Center’s careers page.
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- Overview
- Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program (OTP)
- Seeking: LPN Dispensing Nurse
Per Diem Hours
4:30 AM-12:30 PM Monday - Friday Rotating Saturdays - 4:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Benefits of Joining our Nursing Team
- Lower stress environment working in our medication dispensary
- No heavy lifting of patients/no bedside
- Stable shifts and schedule (mornings/days only)
- Early morning hours + early afternoon end time
- Be a part of helping others in a recovery environment
- Paid training
Our Team
Beckley Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Beaver, WV, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation. Our nursing team provides compassionate, high quality safe and efficient medication dispensing to patients that are seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder.
Your Job as Dispensing Nurse
The Dispensing Nurse (LPN/LVN) provides compassionate and professional care in an outpatient opioid treatment program (OTP) setting. This role includes assessing patients, administering medications, monitoring vital signs, educating patients and families, and collaborating with the clinical team to ensure safe and effective treatment. The nurse upholds all standards of professional nursing practice and clinic policies while ensuring accurate reporting and documentation of patient care and progress.
Your Responsibilities as Dispensing Nurse
Work under the supervision of the Nursing Supervisor, Medical Director, and Clinic Director while maintaining professional standards of care. Prepare and administer medication as ordered by the Medical Director or Program Physician accurately and in a timely manner. Document medication administration and nursing care in patient records promptly and accurately, including notes on progress and activities.
Ensure the safekeeping and accurate inventory of all medication stock and records as required by the DEA, FDA, and other regulatory agencies. Maintain precise accounting of all medication received from suppliers and dispensed to patients. Dedicate approximately 90% of work hours to medication administration activities; the remaining time may be assigned to other duties by the Medical or Clinic Director.
Conduct and process urine and/or blood samples, read test results, complete intake assessments, and assist in monitoring patient outcomes. Complete all documentation associated with these procedures accurately and in compliance with clinic standards. Depending on clinic needs, may be required to transport medication to other locations or work on a CTC Mobile Unit.
Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications
Your Education, Skills and Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing (LPN/LVN) Prefer 1 year of nursing experience in behavioral health, outpatient treatment program, or addiction recovery field. Training or experience treating patients in an outpatient treatment program, preferred. Ability to operate, monitor, and maintain medical equipment safely and effectively.
Skilled in drawing blood and collecting other specimens for laboratory testing. Proficient in EMR systems and related clinical software applications. Competent in patient assessment, including evaluating medical histories, symptoms, and overall condition.
Ability to monitor and record vital signs such as temperature, pulse, and blood pressure accurately and consistently. Ability to administer medications and treatments as prescribed by a physician in accordance with clinic protocols. Ability to observe and document patient responses, side effects, and treatment outcomes to ensure safe and effective care.
Preferred
Experience
Previous nursing experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities, is highly preferred but not required. Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including the safe handling, administration, and documentation of methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone. Experience in medication dispensing, monitoring patient dosing, and observing for adverse reactions or medication interactions.
Understanding of nursing best practices related to substance use treatment, including trauma-informed care and harm reduction principles. Accurate and timely documentation of medication administration records (MARs), patient vitals, and incident reports in accordance with state and federal guidelines. Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., DEA, 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and Joint Commission standards) related to controlled substances and patient care.
Proven ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, counselors, case managers, and support staff, to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care. Licenses/
Certifications
Current LPN/LVN license in West Virginia. Current CPR certification where required by state regulation. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment, regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal, and local laws.
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