About the position
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 Nursing Manager and the Director of Medical and Nursing Operations 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.
Responsibilities
- 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
- 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
Benefits
- 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
