Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse - Medication Administration

Schedule

Shift: 5:30 AM - 1:30 PM (40 Hour Guarantee)

Job Description

A detail-oriented and empathetic Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse is needed to dispense prescribed medications as part of a treatment team. This role requires collaboration with Physicians and Nursing Supervisors in a Substance Use Disorder treatment environment.

Responsibilities

• Administer daily medication to patients in accordance with program policy and medical protocols.
• Use automated dispensing systems, calibrate pumps, and maintain dispensing equipment.
• Produce and maintain appropriate records and reports as required by company protocol, federal and state regulations.
• Ensure compliance with security standards for the distribution and storage of controlled substances.
• Order, receive, and stock medication in accordance with DEA and state regulations (if granted Power of Attorney).
• Provide daily assessment of patients.
• Assist Nursing Supervisor in orienting new nursing staff.
• Perform other related duties as determined by supervisor.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• 1+ years of medication administration experience - Required
• Experience in an Opioid Addiction Center - Highly Preferred
• BLS Certification - Required
• Skills Checklist - Required
• Two Supervisory Reference Forms - Required

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!