LVN-Behavioral Health

Loma Linda University Health•Loma Linda, CA

23d•Onsite

About The Position

The EmPATH unit is a behavioral health unit designed to treat patients who have traditionally been cared for in the emergency department (ED). This unit, opening in 2026, will accept patients from both the adult and children’s hospital. Candidates hired into our EmPATH positions will begin their employment in Fall 2025 and Winter 2026. Job Summary: The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) is IV Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certified in California and carries out responsibilities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). Provides direct and indirect age-specific and developmentally appropriate patient care as designated within the established multidisciplinary care plan and as ordered. Performs duties within the LVN scope of practice and in accordance with Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital (LLUCH) and department established policies, procedures, protocols, techniques, and guidelines in a fast-paced behavioral health unit. Seeks information and clarification of duties and responsibilities when necessary. Partners with the RN to provide quality whole-person patient-centered care in accordance with established professional practice model (Duffy's Quality-Caring Model). Assists the RN with gathering data for the development and updating of the individualized multidisciplinary patient care plan. Reports observations of patient progress toward care plan goals and expected outcomes. Notifies RN immediately of abnormal findings and changes in patients' condition. Responds to triggers and risk factors that can cause a patient's behavior to escalate takes appropriate action to control the situation, while keeping the patient safe. Works with behavioral health care team to provide patient education and assists with discharge process. Exhibits interpersonal skills that portray professionalism and maximize excellence in customer service, safe patient care and professionalism. Contributes to a work environment of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce and patient population. Performs other duties as needed.

Requirements

Graduate of a school of Vocational Nursing.
Minimum of one year experience as an LVN required.
Knowledge of the California LVN scope of practice required.
Demonstrates competencies in clinical nursing activities as outlined by the LVN board.
Basic knowledge of healthcare regulations and accreditation required.
Able to read, write legibly and speak in English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality
use computer, printer and software programs necessary to the position, e.g. Microsoft Office, Outlook, electronic event reporting program, established organization electronic medical record
operate and troubleshoot equipment utilized for position
perform patient care activities using proper body mechanics and safety precautions
comprehend and follow-through with instructions
relate and communicate positively, effectively and professionally with others
be assertive and consistent in following policies
work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure
collaborate
accept direction
think critically and use good judgment
problem solve and collaborate with licensed members of the team as necessary
perform duties with RN supervision
perform basic math functions
manage multiple patient assignments effectively
organize and prioritize workload
recall information with accuracy
pay close attention to detail
Able to distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care
hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone
identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place and patient care
discern temperature variances through touch
see adequately to read computer screens, medical records and written documents necessary to position, exhibit professional behavior at all times.
Active California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license required.
Basic life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association required.
California Blood Withdrawal certification required.

Nice To Haves

Behavioral health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides direct and indirect age-specific and developmentally appropriate patient care as designated within the established multidisciplinary care plan and as ordered.
Performs duties within the LVN scope of practice and in accordance with Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital (LLUCH) and department established policies, procedures, protocols, techniques, and guidelines in a fast-paced behavioral health unit.
Partners with the RN to provide quality whole-person patient-centered care in accordance with established professional practice model (Duffy's Quality-Caring Model).
Assists the RN with gathering data for the development and updating of the individualized multidisciplinary patient care plan.
Reports observations of patient progress toward care plan goals and expected outcomes.
Notifies RN immediately of abnormal findings and changes in patients' condition.
Responds to triggers and risk factors that can cause a patient's behavior to escalate takes appropriate action to control the situation, while keeping the patient safe.
Works with behavioral health care team to provide patient education and assists with discharge process.
Exhibits interpersonal skills that portray professionalism and maximize excellence in customer service, safe patient care and professionalism.
Contributes to a work environment of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce and patient population.