Dispensing Nurse LPN

The Jamestown Healing Clinic (JHC) is seeking a Dispensing Nurse I – LPN to join our Mobile Medication Unit (MMU) healthcare team. This position provides compassionate, high-quality healthcare services to individuals in rural and underserved communities throughout Clallam County, Washington.

The Dispensing Nurse I – LPN administers medications as ordered by medical providers while maintaining accurate accounting of all medications received and dispensed through the MMU. This position is also responsible for the safekeeping of medications and maintaining accurate medication records in accordance with DEA, FDA, and Washington State Board of Pharmacy requirements.

Schedule

Part-Time

Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–1:30 PM

Essential Functions

Administer Methadone or Buprenorphine/Naloxone or Monotherapy Buprenorphine (Suboxone/Subutex) as ordered by the Medical Director and staff providers

Maintain accurate accounting of all medication received (from supplier) and dispensed (to the patient)

Responsible for the safekeeping of all medication stock and the records required by the DEA, State Board of Pharmacy, and JHC

Conducts breath alcohol testing, urine collection and processing, reading test results as needed; ensures accurate completion of all forms documenting these procedures

Works within scope of license to include measure and record patients' vital signs, nursing-level physical assessment, patient care or treatment (to include wound care), and patient education

Assess patient physical condition, reporting observations to providers either verbally or in writing

Alert treatment staff of any observed changes in patient status

Enter and update prescriptions and medications in the patient’s electronic health record

Accurately chart patient encounters and patient incidents within the required guidelines

Record all inter-agency communications relating to the patient in a timely manner upholding all applicable guidelines

Explain the proper use of dispensed medication and its effects to patients

Maintain current statistical records

Communication with multi-disciplinary teams to facilitate patient care.

Consistently follow workflows/protocols as set by JHC and the DEA

Adhere to all JHC policies and procedures, including but not limited to standards for safety, and work practices as described in the Occupational Exposure Control Plan and HIPAA

Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing; current LPN license in the state of Washington; unrestricted license to practice within the state of Washington

Three years of experience in a clinic setting

Previous substance abuse treatment and/or primary care experience

Knowledge of the current medical practices in primary care, mental health, and addiction medicine

Knowledge of substance use disorders and their effects on individuals, families, and communities

Phlebotomy skills

Experience working with patients in observing and obtaining urine specimens

Exceptional personal and ethical boundaries, empathy, and effective communications skills

Ability to work in a cross-culture environment, understands the social and cultural context of the patients at the JHC. Understands the role of trauma, historical, community, family, and personal experience in wellness and recovery

Flexibility may be required to accommodate some evenings and weekend work around the MMU schedule; some work may also be conducted at JHC primary site in Sequim, WA

Understands and adheres to state (RCW, WAC) and federal confidentiality regulations (42 CFR part 2). Applicants must always conduct self ethically and professionally

Effective communication; written, verbal, and interpersonal skills, including conflict resolution

Strong computer and electronic medical record (EMR) skills

Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background investigation

Uphold all current vaccine requirements for employment

Ability to travel locally and regionally as assigned

Valid Washington State Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications

CPR/First Aide Certification (if not currently a certification holder, will complete employer provided training upon hire)

Experience and knowledge of Epic and/or Methasoft EMR

Knowledge of Local, State, and Federal Laws and Regulations

Knowledge of office administrative operations, including personnel management, and compliance

Excellent organization skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks

Effective time management, decision-making, and problem-solving skills

Demonstrate initiative, work independently with little supervision

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

Significant drive time in the MMU that requires sitting in a moving vehicle up to four (4) hours per day

MMU requires preparation for unit set-up and take down that may include lifting and carrying items

Due to weather conditions, there are times the MMU may be unusually hot or cold while providing healthcare services

Must be available to work any shift (to include all hours, weekends, and/or holidays as job duties require)

Must be able to lift, push and carry up to 25 lbs. unassisted

Physical ability to climb in and out of the MMU and access all areas of the MMU that includes working in tight and narrow spaces

Must be able to withstand prolonged standing, sitting, walking, bending, climbing, squatting and twisting without restriction

Requires eye/hand coordination and manual dexterity; ability to distinguish letters, numbers and symbols

Must have the ability to reach at or below/above shoulder level on a continuous basis

Must be able to work in a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment and maintain physical stamina, proper mental attitude while dealing effectively with patients, management, team members, and outside contacts while working under pressure and meeting deadlines

Join the JHC Team

This is an opportunity to use your nursing expertise in a unique mobile healthcare setting while helping expand access to essential healthcare services for rural and underserved communities throughout Clallam County.

If you are an experienced LPN who is compassionate, adaptable, and committed to providing respectful, patient-centered care, we encourage you to apply!