MLK BHC Residential - Licensed Vocational Nurse
About The Position
The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) assesses and monitors clients admitted for Residential and Withdrawal Management Programs at the Martin Luther King Jr. Behavioral Health Center (MLK BHC). MLK BHC is a program of HealthRIGHT 360, contracted with the Department of Public Health's Substance Abuse Prevention and Control (SAPC) program. It offers residential Drug Medi-Cal (DMC) services for up to 99 adult individuals, with beds for judicially involved men, men, and women. The LVN provides care under the supervision of the Registered Nurse or Registered Nurse Manager, maintaining professional boundaries, cultural sensitivity, and respect for all clients. The role involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal treatment outcomes.
Requirements
- Completion of an accredited LVN program.
- Current LVN licensure in California.
- Valid BLS Certification and First Aid Certification.
- Valid California driver’s license and access to registered and insured transportation.
- Experience and commitment to working with diverse communities.
- Experience working with dual diagnosis populations.
Nice To Haves
- Nursing experience in a residential substance abuse treatment or withdrawal management setting, community mental health, behavioral health, or recovery treatment center preferred.
Responsibilities
- Participate in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the nursing care plan.
- Oversee the ongoing monitoring and evaluation of clients admitted for Residential and Withdrawal Management programs.
- Provide timely updates and status reports to the Physician for clients receiving withdrawal management, MAT, and/or with co-occurring mental disorders.
- Facilitate referrals to outside medical providers/facilities for medical clearance, TB tests or treatment when indicated.
- Facilitate filling of client prescriptions, and work with pharmacy to ensure medications are delivered in a timely manner.
- Monitor client care and treatment.
- Take and record accurate vital signs.
- Assist with blood draws.
- Assess and report on client behavioral changes.
- Interact with clients to support their participation in the program.
- Assist with orientation, admission, transfer, and discharge of clients.
- Collaborate with other team members to coordinate patient care and address any needs or concerns.
- Complete random and scheduled client UA tests and documents test results.
- Transport clients as needed.
- Perform periodic facility checks to ensure and maintain the safety and security of the facility.
- Observe universal precautions, including correct handling of blood borne pathogens, storage of lab specimens, and disposal of infectious wastes.
- Audit medication room and destroy medications as needed per policy.
- Coordinate the collection of Sharps container and medical waste and maintain log.
- Document client treatment progress, incident reports, and medical follow ups.
- Complete all required paperwork, charting, records maintenance in a timely manner when providing direct services.
- Submit program and contractual reporting and documentation requirement in a timely manner.
- Maintain medication book for compliance with all funder requirements and update monthly.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records and documentation, adhering to regulatory and HealthRIGHT 360’s standards.
- Assist with creation of agency policies and procedures regarding medication and medical issues.
- Identify, report, and assist with the management of emergencies, and submit Incident Reports.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
