Licensed Vocational Nurse

National Psychiatric Care and Rehabilitation Services•Walnut Creek, CA

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Administers general medical and psychiatric care to facility residents while assisting in the medication administration procedure and monitoring residents for potential medication side effects. Applies practical nursing techniques and standard practices. This role is within a 6-bed facility.

Requirements

A valid California Vocational Nursing and/or Psychiatric Technician license issued by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians.
One (1) year of post-licensure experience in a mental health setting.
A clear criminal record review and fingerprint background check.
A health screening, including a tuberculosis test, performed by or under the supervision of a physician showing that the LVN/LPT is physically, mentally, and occupationally capable of performing assigned tasks.
Driver's License (Required)

Nice To Haves

Mental Health: 1 year (Preferred)
LVN (Preferred)
LPN (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Assists in coordinating, scheduling, and overseeing medical treatment for all facility residents, including providing support during the admission process and initiating appropriate healthcare referrals.
Collaborates with Program Director, Administrator, and Psychiatrist to ensure healthcare requirements for residents are met.
Assists in the implementation of activities and functions associated with ordering, monitoring, and handling of medications, including Physician’s Orders and vital signs.
Administers medication and monitors patients for potential medication side effects.
Exercises judgment and skills in recognizing basic symptoms indicative of patient adverse reactions and consults with supervisor and/or alerts medical staff.
Follows Physician’s Orders while monitoring patients and reporting to Psychiatrist as needed.
Assists in the interpretation and application of Physician’s Orders.
Administers or assists staff in administering triage.
Maintains and manages medical and psychiatric records in an organized and timely fashion to meet standards of care, accreditation, resident care needs, and licensing requirements.
Completes all documentation, including incident reports and progress notes.
Supports staff in addressing residents' healthcare concerns.
Provides supervision of Mental Health Workers.
Participates in required in-service education.
Performs other duties as assigned.