Part-Time Saturday NOC Licensed Vocational Nurse

Stars Behavioral Health Group • Fresno, CA

21h • $32 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

Partner with us in making a positive change! Join a team where your work truly matters. We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare. This role serves youth, ages 12-17, dealing with acute psychiatric symptoms in a 24/7 inpatient involuntary program, 16-bed facility. Clinical services include admission, engagement, learning, stabilization, and linkage to resources and aftercare. The program offers intensive treatment with individualized care plans.

Requirements

• A valid California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) license is required.
• High School diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED, HiSET) is required.
• One (1) year of nursing experience is required, preferably treating individuals with mental illness in an inpatient setting. (Clinical nursing school rotations may be substituted for work experience).
• Must obtain valid CPR and Pro-ACT certifications within 30 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Graduation from an accredited school of licensed vocational nursing, psychiatric technology, or an associate’s degree in nursing or social sciences is preferred.
• One (1) year of medication administration experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring and documenting clients' physical and mental health status.
• Administering and documenting medications as prescribed.
• Communicating any concerns to the Registered Nurse and attending physician.
• Participating in treatment team meetings, shift exchanges, and daily rounds.
• Helping coordinate and oversee nursing activities to ensure quality client care.
• Providing nursing interventions within the scope of licensure.
• Supporting the admission process by reviewing admission documentation, coordinating admissions, completing required verifications and forms.
• Helping maintain full utilization of program beds.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Generous Time Off
• Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
• On-the-job training
• Access to paid CEU opportunities.
• Career development programs
• Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).
• Employee Recognition & Rewards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED