The Jamestown Healing Clinic (JHC) is seeking a Per Diem Dispensing Nurse II-RN to join our dedicated team. This is a unique opportunity to work on an as-needed basis at both our primary clinic and our Mobile Medical Unit. In this role, you'll be part of an integrated care team that combines primary care, dental, behavioral health, and opiate use disorder treatment.
This is a per diem position with varied hours, as needed. The typical hours of operation are as follows:
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Jamestown Healing Clinic: Monday - Friday, 5:30am - 2:00pm
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Saturdays: 5:30am - 10:30am
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Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) support: Monday - Friday, 5:30am - 4:00pm
As a Dispensing Nurse, you'll be responsible for administering medications as ordered by medical providers and meticulously accounting for all medication received and dispensed. Your ability to maintain accurate records, ensure the safekeeping of all medications, and uphold strict adherence to DEA, FDA, and Board of Pharmacy regulations is essential.
Essential Functions
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Administer Methadone or Buprenorphine/Naloxone or Monotherapy Buprenorphine (Suboxone/Subutex) as ordered by the Medical Director and staff providers.
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Maintain accurate accounting of all medication received (from supplier) and dispensed (to the patient).
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Responsible for the safekeeping of all medication stock and the records required by the DEA, State Board of Pharmacy, and JHC.
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Conducts breath alcohol testing, urine collection and processing, and reading test results as needed; ensures accurate completion of all forms documenting these procedures.
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Work within the scope of your license to include measuring and recording patients' vital signs, nursing-level physical assessment, patient care or treatment (including wound care), and patient education.
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Assess patient physical condition, reporting observations to providers either verbally or in writing.
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Alert treatment staff of any observed changes in patient status.
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Enter and update prescriptions and medications in the patient’s electronic health record.
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Accurately chart patient encounters and patient incidents within the required guidelines.
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Record all inter-agency communications relating to the patient in a timely manner, upholding all applicable guidelines.
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Explain the proper use of dispensed medication and its effects to patients.
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Maintain current statistical records.
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Sterilize equipment and supplies, using germicides, sterilizer, or autoclave.
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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.
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Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
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Graduation from an accredited school of nursing; current RN license in the state of Washington; unrestricted license to practice within the state of Washington.
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Three years of experience in a clinic setting.
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Previous substance abuse treatment and/or primary care experience.
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Knowledge of the current medical practices in primary care, mental health, and addiction medicine.
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Knowledge of substance use disorders and their effects on individuals, families, and communities.
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Experience using Electronic Health Records (EHRs).
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Exceptional personal and ethical boundaries, empathy, and effective communication skills.
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Ability to work in a cross-cultural environment and understand the social and cultural context of the patients at the JHC.
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Understands the role of trauma, historical, community, family, and personal experience in wellness and recovery.
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Understands and adheres to state (RCW, WAC) and federal confidentiality regulations (42 CFR part 2). Applicants must always conduct themselves ethically and professionally.
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Effective communication; written, verbal, and interpersonal skills, including conflict resolution.
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Computer proficiency in Microsoft Suite.
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Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background investigation.
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Uphold all current vaccine requirements for employment.
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Ability to travel locally and regionally as assigned.
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Valid Washington State Driver’s License.
Preferred QualificationsÂ
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CPR/First Aide Certification (if not currently a certification holder, will complete employer provided training upon hire)
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Knowledge of Local, State, and Federal Laws and Regulations
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Knowledge of office administrative operations, including personnel management, and compliance
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Excellent organization skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks
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Effective time management, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
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Demonstrate initiative, work independently with little supervision
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American Indian/Alaska Native preferences apply
Read the full job description here:Â Dispensing Nurse II - RN
