Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

WELLSPACE HEALTH•Sacramento, CA

10d•$36 - $47•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Vocational Nurse works as part of a multidisciplinary team supporting patients experiencing behavioral health crises, including patients with co-occurring mental health conditions, chronic medical conditions, and substance use disorders. The role provides patient support and monitoring in a 24-hour crisis receiving environment. Newly licensed graduates are welcome to apply. The LVN provides direct patient care at the center according to established policies and protocols, performs nursing duties, supports patient well-being, and documents care in the electronic health record. The role also contributes to center operations, medication and supply inventory, regulatory compliance, and patient follow-up.

Requirements

Current Licensed Vocational Nurse license issued by the State of California.
Current First Aid and CPR certification.
Knowledge of community resources, including Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and the county General Assistance Program.
Knowledge of medications, their uses, interactions, and effects of substance use.
Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress, and to react calmly and effectively in emergencies.
Experience educating patients and providing instructions on proper care and treatment.
Ability to maintain detailed records.
Exceptional interpersonal skills.
Excellent customer service skills, including active listening, problem-solving, and remaining calm in emotional or stressful situations.
PC literacy, including use of electronic health records, word processing, and email.
Clear and concise verbal and written communication and strong listening skills.
Adherence to infection control procedures, including standard precautions such as temperature monitoring, hand washing, symptom self-monitoring, masking, and social distancing.
Ability to support the Center, Department, or Program in meeting High Reliability standards.
Ability to work holidays, weekends, and alternate shifts as needed to maintain staffing levels.
Successful completion of required organizational and Crisis program training.
Willingness to successfully complete the credentialing process.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of clinical experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Fluency in additional languages.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care as the on-site medical professional in accordance with policies and protocols.
Perform LVN duties for patients, including preparing rooms, completing intake assessments, taking medical histories and vital signs, taking temperatures, and discharging patients.
Engage with community members experiencing mental health crises, homelessness, disabilities, and substance use.
Encourage patients’ general well-being through health promotion.
Follow standardized policies and protocols for patient treatments and conditions.
Keep accurate records for funding and inspecting agencies and maintain files for regulatory compliance and inspection.
Inventory medications and supplies and rotate inventory regularly to minimize expirations.
Review patient medical charts and prepare documentation.
Record patient interactions in the EHR within established timelines and ensure accuracy for follow-up and billing.
Assist with daily operations, including laundry, food distribution, and cleaning.
Perform other required nursing duties for patients under the influence of drugs or alcohol or experiencing a mental health crisis.

Benefits

Regionally competitive salary.
Above-average health benefits at reduced costs.
Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance.
Voluntary retirement plan with company match and no vesting schedule requirement.
Paid bereavement and jury duty leave.
11 paid holidays per year.
Paid time off.
Paid sick leave.
Flexible Spending Program.
Company-paid malpractice insurance for providers.
Annual professional development hours.