Licensed Vocational Nurse - Licensed Psychiatric Technician LVN/LPT

Aurora Behavioral Charter Oak • Covina, CA

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About The Position

We are seeking skilled and compassionate LVN/LPT to join our healthcare team. Charter Oak Hospital offers compassionate and individualized treatment for mental health and substance use disorders. We believe in a patient-centric approach, where every treatment plan is tailored to meet the specific needs of each person who walks through our doors. Our LVN/LPT make a difference in the lives of our patients. Our dedicated professionals work tirelessly to create an environment that fosters healing, growth, and long-term wellness. As a LVN/LPT, you will assist Physician, RN and treatment team in delivering comprehensive patient care to all patients with emotional or psychiatric disorders, including administering medication prescribed by physician. Aurora Charter Oak Hospital has been delivering Behavioral Health Treatment Services for over 83 years. We are located on 10 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds in Covina, California. Covina is about 22 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, in the San Gabriel Valley, close to 10, 60 and 210 FWY. EEOC Employer. Aurora Charter Oak Hospital does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or age in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs, services and activities, or in employment. We participate in the E-Verify program. Follow the link for additional information. E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify

Requirements

• Current California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) / Licensed Psych Tech (LPT) license
• Current BLS for healthcare provider card required upon hire
• High School graduation or equivalent in education or experience
• Basic knowledge of detoxification assessment and treatment procedures
• Familiarity with the disease concept of addiction treatment
• Knowledge of 12-step treatment and of cognitive aspects of addictive disease treatment
• Ability to identify signs of withdrawal from major classes of abused substances and ability to apply this knowledge to the treatment of chemically dependent patients
• Therapeutic Options Training (TOT) to be obtained prior to providing direct patient care without a preceptor

Responsibilities

• assist Physician, RN and treatment team in delivering comprehensive patient care to all patients with emotional or psychiatric disorders
• administering medication prescribed by physician

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Shift differential

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees