LVN Beh Health

Coachella Valley Behavioral Health•Indio, CA

5d•$32 - $39•Onsite

About The Position

Coachella Valley Behavioral Health is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse to provide personal care services in its inpatient behavioral health facility in Indio, California. The LVN works under the direction of clinical or nursing leadership and within applicable state-board standards, facility protocols, and corporate policies. The role supports adults experiencing mental health concerns and substance use disorders, with an emphasis on patient safety, respectful and empathetic care, and collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. This is a full-time day position with 12-hour shifts. The stated hourly rate is $32.00 to $38.75, depending on experience. The LVN supports individualized care and treatment plans, medication delivery, patient observation, vital-sign collection, therapeutic and recreational activities, daily living needs, admissions and discharges, and patient education. The role also involves recognizing and escalating changes in patient condition, responding to distress using de-escalation techniques, documenting care, and helping patients develop coping skills, wellness, and independence.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Licensed Psychiatric Technician or Licensed Vocational Nurse license from the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians.
CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification; training is available upon hire and offered by the facility.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree in a human service field from an accredited college or university.
One or more years of experience as a Licensed Psychiatric Technician, Licensed Vocational Nurse in a behavioral health environment, and/or Behavioral Health Associate.
One or more years of experience working with the facility’s specific population.
First aid, which may be required based on state or facility requirements.

Responsibilities

Collect assessment data, participate in care or treatment planning, carry out interventions, and contribute to evaluating individualized interventions.
Deliver medications safely in accordance with policies, procedures, physician orders, and current practice.
Contribute to teaching plans related to patient self-care.
Help maintain patient well-being and a positive, supportive, structured environment under the direction of a Charge Nurse or Supervisor.
Escalate changes in patient condition to an RN or provider.
Complete required patient safety rounds and assigned observations, which may range from every 15 minutes to 1:1 care.
Obtain and accurately document vital signs, height, and weight as assigned.
Identify oneself to patients and visitors and respond promptly to patient requests.
Engage patients in activities and interactions that support treatment goals.
Respond to distressed patients in a non-threatening manner and seek to understand the source of distress.
Use de-escalation techniques and assist with seclusion and restraints when necessary.
Work with the multidisciplinary team to promote patient safety, coping skills, and independence.
Monitor behavioral improvements, reinforce positive behaviors, and communicate treatment responses and changes to the team; report significant changes to a nurse immediately.
Reinforce skills taught by nurses, physicians, and therapists to support physical and mental wellness.
Lead or co-lead individual or group sessions as part of recreational or therapeutic procedures.
Participate in rehabilitation and treatment programs and teach strategies that promote patient wellness and independence as needed.
Oversee or assist with activities of daily living, including toileting, bathing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene, meals, snacks, hydration, and changing bed linens.
Deliver care according to patient priorities, available resources, and the facility’s service population.
Assist with admissions and discharges as needed.
Guide and direct other staff, including training new staff or assisting with daily operations.
Perform administrative tasks such as maintaining files and processing paperwork.
Provide patient transportation or coordinate it with appropriate staff as needed.
Complete work accurately, neatly, and on time; adhere to the work schedule and attendance expectations.
Maintain a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude, acknowledge unmet patient needs, and work to resolve complaints.
Perform other assigned functions and tasks.