Medication Nurse

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $32-$35

Company Overview

New Dawn Treatment Center has been a cornerstone of mental health and substance abuse treatment in Sacramento, CA for over 30 years. We are dedicated to providing evidence-based treatment with a person-centered approach, ensuring that every client experiences transformative care.

Summary

New Dawn Treatment Centers is seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our medical team. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly licensed or entry-level LVN looking to gain experience in behavioral health and addiction medicine.

This position is primarily responsible for medication management, medication ordering, and maintaining accurate medication records while working under the direction of the Director of Nursing and Nurse Manager. This role does not include case management or comprehensive nursing assessments, allowing the LVN to focus on safe and efficient medication administration.

Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed medications in accordance with physician orders and company policies.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain daily medication administration records (MARs).
• Order prescription medications and over-the-counter supplies through approved pharmacies and vendors.
• Monitor medication inventory and maintain adequate stock levels.
• Receive, verify, label, and properly store incoming medications.
• Complete medication counts at shift changes and maintain controlled substance documentation.
• Document medication administration accurately and in a timely manner.
• Observe clients for medication side effects or adverse reactions and promptly notify the Nurse Manager or provider.
• Communicate medication-related concerns with providers, pharmacies, and nursing leadership.
• Maintain compliance with state regulations, accreditation standards, and company policies.
• Assist with medication audits and inventory reconciliation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inspection-ready medication rooms at all sites.
• Provide basic medication education to clients as directed by the nursing team.

• Otherduties as assigned

Qualifications

• Active California LVN, or LPT license

• At least one year of experience in detox, residentialtreatmentor related healthcare setting preferred.

• Must have andmaintaina valid California drivers license, clean driving record, andmaintainpersonal auto insurance coverage.

• Current CPR and First Aid certifications arerequired.

• Must have a current TB test or chest x-ray.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Ability to work well and quickly under pressure both individually and as part of a team.

• Excellent project management skills to consistently meet deadlines.

• Strongorganizationalskillswith superiorattentionto detail.

• Excellent interpersonalskills.

Call-To-Action

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others through your nursing expertise, we invite you to apply today and join our dedicated team at New Dawn Treatment Center!