Nurse, LVN
About The Position
Clearview Treatment Programs is seeking a full-time Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) passionate about mental health. The role is based at the Clearview Treatment Programs facility in Venice, California, and is specifically scheduled from 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. The LVN works with clients and team members throughout the shift, helping direct care staff meet clients’ functional needs and collaborating with staff to maintain a safe, therapeutic environment. The position provides medical care in accordance with physician orders, including taking orders, preparing and administering medications, assessing and documenting clients’ health, and coordinating health and medical services. The LVN works closely with facility leadership, the Clinical Director, direct care and quality/compliance teams, and may coordinate with clients, third-party providers, pharmacies, suppliers, and vendors. Clearview Treatment Programs has provided individualized, evidence-based treatment for adults with mental health and substance use disorders since 2000, with an emphasis on dialectical behavior therapy. Its Southern California programs include residential and outpatient treatment options.
Requirements
- Current LVN licensure in the state of California.
- Clearance of a TB test, fingerprinting and state clearance, and any other mandatory state or federal requirements.
- Valid driver’s license and generally clean driving record; employees may be required to drive personal or company vehicles.
Nice To Haves
- Psychiatric nursing experience is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive nursing assessments identifying clients’ medical needs, capabilities, and limitations.
- Record and transcribe physicians’ written and verbal orders, and carry out or delegate STAT orders immediately.
- Communicate observations and recommendations about clients’ plans of care and contribute to the treatment team process.
- Identify abnormal diagnostic data and bring it to the attending physician’s attention.
- Administer medications according to physician orders and the medication administration record, document administration including PRN medications, and administer injections as needed or ordered.
- Coordinate pharmacy and laboratory orders, deliveries, and refills with appropriate vendors.
- Secure controlled medications kept at the facility and monitor their administration and accurate recording.
- Help provide, structure, and maintain a therapeutic environment in collaboration with other staff.
- Document nursing assessments, weekly notes, observations, and ongoing assessments in the Best Notes electronic charting system in accordance with facility policies and the Master Treatment Plan.
- Prepare clients for discharge through individualized counseling and instruction, providing written instructions when needed.
- Educate clients and families about medications, side effects, contraindications, and physical symptoms through individual and group counseling.
- Review clinical records for accuracy and quality of documentation.
- Assist with coordinating admissions, transfers, and discharges to support smooth communication and workflow.
- Coordinate the facility infection control program and ensure staff and clients meet policy and procedure requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
