Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Psychiatric Technician
About The Position
The LVN or LPT provides direct client care including administration of medications and wound care. Completes nursing assessments on new clients and when clients require such assessments. Maintains vigilance over the general milieu within the facility to facilitate quality client care, optimum facility operations and preserve the safety of all therein. Work with physicians and social workers to secure informed consent for medication from parents, courts, conservators, etc. Take physician orders for medications denial of rights, medical procedures, lab work, x-rays, etc. and make sure each order is implemented. Visually and audibly observes physical and psychiatric conditions and reports changes to the Charge RN or the Psychiatrist or other Medical Doctor on call in the absence of the Charge RN or DON. Order and ensure on-going supply of individual medications for each child.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited school of licensed vocational nursing or Licensed Psychiatric Technology preferred
- One (1) year experience with SED children OR 40 hours on the job training
- One (1) year medication administration experience and/or Associate degree, preferred
- Valid California LVN or LPT License
- Current CPR and First Aid Certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment
Nice To Haves
- Graduation from an accredited school of licensed vocational nursing or Licensed Psychiatric Technology
- One (1) year medication administration experience and/or Associate degree
Responsibilities
- Provides direct client care including administration of medications and wound care.
- Completes nursing assessments on new clients and when clients require such assessments.
- Maintains vigilance over the general milieu within the facility to facilitate quality client care, optimum facility operations and preserve the safety of all therein.
- Work with physicians and social workers to secure informed consent for medication from parents, courts, conservators, etc.
- Take physician orders for medications denial of rights, medical procedures, lab work, x-rays, etc. and make sure each order is implemented.
- Visually and audibly observes physical and psychiatric conditions and reports changes to the Charge RN or the Psychiatrist or other Medical Doctor on call in the absence of the Charge RN or DON.
- Order and ensure on-going supply of individual medications for each child.
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation: Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
- Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.
- Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
- On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.
- Career development programs designed to help you grow.
- Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).
- Employee Recognition & Rewards: A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Ambulatory Health Care Services
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
