Dispensing Nurse II-RN
Jamestown Healing Clinic is seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse to join our integrated care team. This position plays a vital role in supporting patients through medication-assisted treatment services while working alongside primary care, dental, behavioral health, and opioid use disorder treatment professionals in a collaborative clinic environment.
The Dispensing Nurse II-RN is responsible for administering medications as ordered by medical providers, maintaining accurate medication inventory and dispensing records, and ensuring compliance with DEA, FDA, State Board of Pharmacy, and clinic standards. This position also provides direct patient care, nursing assessments, patient education, and support for individuals navigating recovery and wellness.
Schedule
Clinic schedule is Monday – Friday, 5:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. and Saturdays, 5:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. This position requires varied hours and days based on clinic and patient care needs.
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 suppliers and dispensed to patients
Safeguard medication stock and maintain records required by the DEA, State Board of Pharmacy, and JHC
Conduct breath alcohol testing, urine collection and processing, and interpret test results as needed
Measure and record patient vital signs, complete nursing-level physical assessments, provide patient care and treatment including wound care, and deliver patient education
Assess patient physical condition and report observations to providers verbally and/or in writing
Alert treatment staff of observed changes in patient status
Enter and update prescriptions and medications within the electronic health record system
Accurately chart patient encounters and incidents according to required guidelines
Record inter-agency communications relating to patients in a timely and confidential manner
Educate patients on the proper use and effects of dispensed medications
Maintain current statistical records
Sterilize equipment and supplies using appropriate infection control procedures
Adhere to all JHC policies and procedures including HIPAA, safety standards, and Occupational Exposure Control Plan requirements
Perform other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
Current, unrestricted RN license in the State of Washington
Minimum three years of experience in a clinic setting
Experience using Electronic Health Records (EHRs)
Knowledge of current medical practices in primary care, mental health, and addiction medicine
Knowledge of substance use disorders and their effects on individuals, families, and communities
Strong professional and ethical boundaries, empathy, and communication skills
Ability to work effectively in a cross-cultural environment and understand the impact of trauma, historical experiences, family, community, and personal experiences on recovery and wellness
Understanding of and adherence to state and federal confidentiality regulations including 42 CFR Part 2, RCW, and WAC requirements
Effective written, verbal, interpersonal, conflict resolution, and organizational skills
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to successfully pass a criminal background investigation
Ability to meet all current vaccine requirements for employment
Valid Washington State Driver’s License
CPR/First Aid Certification, or ability to complete employer-provided training upon hire
Ability to travel locally and regionally as assigned
Preferred Qualifications
Previous substance abuse treatment and/or primary care experience
Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations
Knowledge of office administrative operations, personnel management, and compliance practices
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks
Strong time management, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities
Ability to demonstrate initiative and work independently with minimal supervision