Dispensing Nurse II-RN
The Jamestown Healing Clinic (JHC) is seeking a dedicated Dispensing Nurse II-RN to join our mobile healthcare team. This is a unique opportunity to provide vital services in rural and underserved communities across Clallam County, Washington, working directly from our Mobile Medication Unit (MMU).
This is a full-time position, Tuesday-Saturday.
As a Dispensing Nurse II-RN, you will play a crucial role in administering medications and ensuring the highest standards of medication management. You'll be part of a compassionate team committed to supporting individuals on their journey to wellness and recovery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Administer Methadone, Buprenorphine/Naloxone, or Monotherapy Buprenorphine (Suboxone/Subutex) as ordered by medical providers.
- Maintain meticulous accounting of all medication received and dispensed, adhering to DEA, FDA, and Board of Pharmacy regulations.
- Ensure the safekeeping of all medication stock and required records.
- Conduct breath alcohol testing and urine collection/processing, accurately documenting all procedures.
- Perform nursing-level physical assessments, including vital signs, wound care, and patient education, within your scope of practice.
- Assess patient physical condition, reporting observations to providers promptly.
- Enter and update prescriptions and medications in the electronic health record (EHR).
- Accurately chart patient encounters and incidents.
- Explain proper medication use and effects to patients.
- Maintain current statistical records and sterilize equipment as needed.
- Adhere to all JHC policies and procedures, including safety, HIPAA, and occupational exposure standards.
What You'll Bring:
- Education: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing with a current, unrestricted RN license in Washington State.
- Experience:
- 3+ years of experience in a clinic setting.
- Previous substance abuse treatment and/or primary care experience is highly preferred.
- Phlebotomy skills.
- Experience observing and obtaining urine specimens.
- Knowledge & Skills:
- Strong understanding of current medical practices in primary care, mental health, and addiction medicine.
- Knowledge of substance use disorders and their impact on individuals, families, and communities.
- Exceptional personal and ethical boundaries, empathy, and effective communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a cross-cultural environment, understanding the social and cultural context of patients, including the role of trauma.
- Proficiency in computer and electronic medical record (EMR) systems (experience with Epic and/or Methasoft is a plus!).
- Understanding and adherence to state (RCW, WAC) and federal confidentiality regulations (42 CFR part 2).
- Excellent organization, time management, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently with initiative and minimal supervision.
- Knowledge of Local, State, and Federal Laws and Regulations related to healthcare and medication dispensing.
- Requirements:
- Ability to successfully pass a criminal background investigation.
- Uphold all current vaccine requirements for employment.
- Valid Washington State Driver’s License and ability to travel locally and regionally as assigned.
- CPR/First Aid Certification (employer-provided training available if not currently certified).
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.