LVN/LPT Psych Acute
About The Position
The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) provides direct patient care to psychiatric patients as part of the healthcare team. The role includes assessing patient conditions, administering medications and prescribed treatments, documenting care, and collaborating with registered nurses and physicians to implement individualized care plans. The position requires clinical skills, a commitment to patient safety, strong communication, compassion, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment. The position is at Community Hospital of San Bernardino, a 343-bed acute care nonprofit hospital serving more than 75,000 patients annually. Its services include behavioral health and long-term subacute care for adults and children, among other hospital services.
Requirements
- One year of experience as an LVN or LPT working with psychiatric patients in an inpatient or residential setting.
- Basic Life Support (CPR) certification upon hire.
- California Licensed Vocational Nurse license upon hire, or California Psychiatric Technician license upon hire.
Responsibilities
- Admit, assess, and provide direct patient care to new patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Supervising Nurse.
- Promote and participate in patient education and rehabilitation.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the assigned work area and ensure safe use of equipment and supplies; report needed maintenance and repairs.
- Participate in department committees as assigned and contribute to evaluating and improving department services and programs.
- Review daily resident reports and assignments with Certified Nurses Assistants (CNAs) for assigned residents.
- Administer physician-ordered treatments and medications, excluding IV medication and anticoagulants, and ensure therapy is documented.
- Start IVs as needed.
- Assess patient conditions and meticulously document care.
- Collaborate with RNs and physicians to implement individualized care plans.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
