LVN/LPT (On-Call) - Sage House 105

Main Template•Redwood City, CA

About The Position

Telecare Corporation is hiring an LVN/LPT for Sage House, a licensed 16-bed mental health rehabilitation center serving San Mateo County residents ages 18–59 with long histories of mental illness and multiple episodes of acute psychiatric hospitalization. The LVN/LPT provides services related to the safe and appropriate administration of medical treatment, including medications prescribed by a physician. The role documents clients’ responses to treatment and notifies relevant parties of clinical changes. This is an on-call position; shifts and days vary as needed. The expected starting wage is $34.38 per hour, with shift differentials. The position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and is subject to union membership requirements upon hire. The LVN/LPT provides direct care, administers medications and treatments, coordinates admissions and discharges, maintains clinical documentation, and participates in client treatment planning and multidisciplinary teamwork. The role requires current California licensure as an LVN or LPT, graduation from an accredited program, and a valid CPR certificate. One year of psychiatric nursing experience in a skilled nursing facility or acute hospital is preferred. Fingerprinting and clearance from the Criminal Justice Department are required.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Psychiatric Technician program.
Current licensure by the State of California as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Psychiatric Technician.
Valid CPR certificate.
Demonstrated understanding of psychiatric illness and its treatment.
Knowledge of psychotropic medications.
Knowledge of California laws and regulations governing the delivery of mental health services.
Must be fingerprinted and receive clearance from the Criminal Justice Department.
Ability to meet the physical requirements described, including prolonged sitting and standing, lifting and carrying, and other physical activities.

Nice To Haves

One year of psychiatric nursing experience in a skilled nursing facility or acute hospital.
Current knowledge of recovery philosophy and psychiatric rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

Provide safe, effective, and efficient direct care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards of care.
Establish and maintain therapeutic relationships with clients.
Attend and participate in community meetings and groups.
Monitor the activities and documentation of Mental Health Workers on the assigned unit.
Coordinate medication counts and give and receive shift reports.
Coordinate new-client admissions, designate the admitting Mental Health Worker, and complete admission documentation, including the problem list and identification note.
Coordinate client discharges by ensuring discharge orders are written and discharge medications and clothing are provided; complete the required documentation.
Transcribe physician orders accurately and in a timely manner.
Administer medications and treatments to clients.
Monitor monthly recaps of physician orders, medication records, and treatment records.
Review medical and psychological reports and inform the physician and nursing administrator of abnormalities in client conditions or laboratory reports.
Complete the 24-hour Client Report each shift.
Participate as a team member by reporting observations and concerns and asking appropriate questions.
Review and implement client treatment plans and participate in multidisciplinary and treatment-planning meetings.
Demonstrate knowledge of Professional Assault Response Training techniques and keep the supervisor informed about client behavior, condition, and clinical management concerns.
Observe, record, and report clients’ social, medical, and psychiatric behavior.
Use equipment and supplies properly and promote and assist clients in developing self-help skills.
Focus on assigned tasks, follow through on assignments and deadlines, and seek and implement improvements.
Follow the safety program, protect clients from behavior that could harm themselves or others, and practice universal precautions.
Represent Telecare professionally and respectfully in interactions with clients, families, governmental agencies, and the community.
Attend assigned in-service education classes and model excellent professional practice.