LVN
About The Position
AKUA Behavioral Health is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) licensed in California. New graduates are welcome to apply, provided they have passed the NCLEX. Experience in mental health or detox/residential drug and alcohol treatment is preferred. The LVN works under the supervision of the Clinical Director and provides medication management, detox assessments, medical documentation, and coordination of medical and laboratory appointments while following organizational treatment policies and applicable professional standards and regulations. This is an hourly, full-time, non-exempt position with a Thursday-through-Monday shift from 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Compensation is $35–$37 per hour. Benefits include health insurance (medical, vision, and dental), paid time off (vacation and sick leave), and equity shares through an ESOP. AKUA Behavioral Health provides individualized mental health and substance abuse treatment at licensed and accredited facilities throughout Northern and Southern California. Its approach combines Western evidence-based treatment with holistic Eastern traditions to support clients’ mind, body, and spirit.
Requirements
- LVN/LPN license or credentials (required).
- Must have passed the NCLEX.
- Current CPR/First Aid certification (required).
- Valid California driver's license (required).
- Current health screen (required).
- TB clearance (required).
- Compassion and professionalism in client interactions.
- Strong ethics, integrity, and adherence to confidentiality.
- Positive attitude and calm demeanor under pressure.
- Dependable, accountable, and detail-oriented work ethic.
Nice To Haves
- Mental health experience.
- Detox or residential drug and alcohol treatment experience.
Responsibilities
- Work under the supervision of the Clinical Director.
- Maintain professional standards and follow organizational treatment policies, The Joint Commission requirements, and applicable federal and state laws and regulations.
- Administer medications as ordered by the Medical Director or Program Physician and accurately account for medication received from suppliers and observed being given to patients.
- Safeguard medication stock and maintain records required by the DEA, FDA, JCAHO, and ADP.
- Train clinical staff on medications, medication observation, and medication destruction.
- Conduct detox assessments, including CIWA, COWS, and vital signs.
- Complete medical documentation in the EMR, including physician notes and medication orders.
- May collect and process urine samples with clinical technicians, read test results as ordered by Program Physicians, and complete related forms.
- Coordinate internal and external medical and laboratory appointments.
Benefits
- Health insurance, including medical, vision, and dental coverage.
- Paid time off, including vacation and sick leave.
- Equity shares through an ESOP.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
