Part-Time Licensed Vocational Nurse
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 is for a Part-Time Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Psychiatric Technician at the Fresno Psychiatric Health Facility (PHF). The facility serves youth, ages 12-17, dealing with acute psychiatric symptoms in a 24/7 inpatient involuntary program with 16 beds. Clinical services include admission, engagement, learning, stabilization, and linkage to resources and aftercare, with intensive treatment programs and 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 with access to paid CEU opportunities.
- Career development programs designed to help you grow.
- Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).
- Employee Recognition & Rewards
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
