LVN/LPN (On-Call)

Discovery Behavioral Health•Los Angeles, CA

10d•$29 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

The LVN/LPN provides compassionate, patient-centered nursing care to individuals experiencing addiction, eating disorders, and co-occurring mental health conditions. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or licensed provider, the LVN/LPN supports safe medication administration, monitors patient health, and contributes to a collaborative, multidisciplinary treatment environment. The role promotes patient safety, dignity, and recovery across the continuum of care. For residential treatment, the position may include transporting and supervising patients for medical appointments, provided the employee is pre-qualified to drive a company vehicle. In the Substance and Mental Health Use Disorder Division, the LVN/LPN monitors CIWA/COW scores for patients on detoxification protocols, applies knowledge of detoxification medications and withdrawal-related risks, and assists Utilization Review by communicating pertinent nursing information. In the Eating Disorder Division, the LVN/LPN supervises and supports patients during meals, sits with patients for at least one meal or snack per week as needed to cover the program schedule, follows the CFD Clinical Model and Dietary CARE model, and maintains NG tubes and administers bolus feeds where applicable. This is an on-call PRN, onsite position in Los Angeles, California. The stated hourly pay range is $29–$37.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved nursing program.
Current licensure in good standing from an appropriate state licensing board.
Current Basic Life Support (CPR and First Aid) certification.
Obtain CPI certification within 90 days of hire.
For applicable Eating Disorder and Mental Health Division roles, obtain Serv Safe certification within 90 days of hire.
Knowledge of industry standards, nursing organization, theory, principles, and research processes; accreditation and regulatory standards; and assessing clinical care requirements based on nursing principles and scope of practice.
Knowledge of medications, indications, dosage ranges, side effects, and potential toxicity.
Ability to perform the role within LVN/LPN scope of practice and under RN or provider supervision.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a staff nurse, preferably in chemical dependency and/or behavioral health.
One year of experience in mental health, substance use, or eating disorders.

Responsibilities

Provide direct nursing care in a safe, therapeutic, and recovery-oriented environment.
Collect relevant clinical data within LVN/LPN scope of practice to support patient assessments.
Perform vital signs, basic assessments, and approved procedures to monitor patient health and inform care planning.
Observe, document, and promptly report changes in mental status, physical condition, or safety risks.
Respond to emergencies and escalate concerns to licensed providers as needed.
Administer prescribed medications, including PRNs, within scope of practice and organizational policy.
Document medication administration, patient response, and effectiveness within required timelines; maintain accurate Medication Administration Records.
Perform medication counts, reconciliation, and auditing processes.
Enter medication orders into the electronic medical record as directed, accurately and promptly.
Verify and secure medications brought in by patients, families, or providers according to policy.
Collaborate with Registered Nurses, physicians, psychiatrists, and interdisciplinary team members to support coordinated care.
Communicate new admissions and changes in patient status to appropriate team members.
Reinforce patient education about medication adherence and safe medication use within LVN/LPN scope.
Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation; document incidents, medication errors, and safety concerns according to protocol.
Follow applicable state, federal, and organizational regulations, privacy and confidentiality requirements, policies, procedures, and compliance standards.
Deliver care using the nursing process under RN or provider supervision.
Maintain knowledge of applicable regulations, best practices, and clinical standards; participate in required training, competency validations, and professional development.
Support program needs and perform additional assigned duties.
For residential treatment, provide patient transportation and supervision, including transportation to medical appointments, if pre-qualified to drive a company vehicle.
For substance and mental health use disorder programs, monitor CIWA/COW scores during detoxification protocols and communicate pertinent nursing information to Utilization Review.
For eating disorder programs, sit with patients for at least one meal or snack per week as needed, work during meal periods to supervise and support patients, and maintain NG tubes and administer bolus feeds where applicable.
Follow the CFD Clinical Model and Dietary CARE model without comments or actions that directly contradict them.