LVN | Lpt
About The Position
The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) provides direct nursing care to clients according to physicians’ orders and applicable client care standards, within the scope of practice. The nurse also directs non-licensed personnel in providing direct client care and operating the unit. The role is at Crestwood Solano’s Our House (ARF) and Psychiatric Health Facility (PHF), programs that provide a continuum of mental health care. Clients participate in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and the Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP), a self-help recovery system intended to decrease symptoms, increase personal responsibility, and improve quality of life. The listed pay range is $35–$40.57 per hour. Final pay is based on factors including skills, experience, licensure, and program acuity. Crestwood describes its employee development offering as industry-leading education and training to support employees’ success and career growth. Employment is contingent on successful completion of a background investigation, including criminal history and identity checks.
Requirements
- Current California licensure as an LVN or LPT.
- Knowledge of general nursing theory and practice.
- Ability to supervise.
- Ability to work cooperatively with other staff members.
- Current CPR and first aid certifications.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in mental health nursing is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care to clients according to physicians’ orders and applicable client care standards, within the scope of practice.
- Provide direction to non-licensed personnel in delivering direct client care and operating the unit.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees.
- Life insurance.
- Vacation.
- Paid sick leave.
- Sick leave buy back.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Scholarship program.
- Education loan assistance program.
- Qualifying supervision for BBS Associates.
- Competitive pay.
- Paid holidays.
- Service awards.
- Jury duty pay.
- Industry-leading education and training for employee development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
