Full-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. The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) / Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) is responsible for monitoring and documenting clients' physical and mental health status, administering and documenting medications as prescribed, and communicating any concerns to the Registered Nurse and attending physician. This role participates in treatment team meetings, shift exchanges, and daily rounds while helping coordinate and oversee nursing activities to ensure quality client care. Additional responsibilities include providing nursing interventions within the scope of licensure, supporting the admission process by reviewing admission documentation, coordinating admissions, completing required verifications and forms, and helping maintain full utilization of program beds. Serving youth, ages 12-17, dealing with acute psychiatric symptoms in a 24/7 inpatient involuntary program, 16-bed facility. Clinical services include admission; engagement; learning; stabilization and linkage to resources and aftercare. Intensive treatment programs with 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
- Coordinating and overseeing 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
- Ample vacation and holiday pay
- Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle
- Professional Growth Opportunities
- On-the-job training
- Access to paid CEU opportunities
- Career development programs
- 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
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
