Nurse, LVN

Clearview Treatment Programs•Los Angeles, CA

21d•$35 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

Clearview Treatment Programs is seeking a full-time Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) passionate about mental health to work at its Venice, California treatment facility. The role interacts with clients and team members throughout the shift, supports direct care staff with clients’ functional needs, and collaborates with the team to maintain a safe, therapeutic environment. The LVN provides medical care by taking physician orders, preparing and administering medications, assessing and documenting clients’ health, and coordinating health and medical services in accordance with physician orders. The position works with facility leadership, the Clinical Director, direct care staff, and quality and compliance team members. As needed, the LVN also works with clients, third-party providers, pharmacies, suppliers, and vendors. The stated shift is 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.; the job details also list 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Compensation is $35.00–$42.00 per hour, depending on level and experience. Clearview Treatment Programs has offered 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 care.

Requirements

Current LVN licensure in the state of California.
Clearance of a TB test, fingerprinting and state clearance, and any other mandatory state and federal requirements.
Valid driver’s license and generally clean driving record.
Ability to drive personal or company vehicles if required.

Nice To Haves

Psychiatric nursing experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments to identify 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.
Document medication administration, including PRN medication, according to established policies and procedures.
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.
Administer medications according to physician orders and the medication administration record, including injections when needed or ordered.
Help provide, structure, and maintain a therapeutic environment in collaboration with other staff.
Document observations in nursing assessments and weekly notes in the Best Notes electronic charting system, in a timely manner and according to facility policy.
Ensure documentation reflects the Master Treatment Plan and ongoing assessment of resident behaviors and feelings, with concerns addressed through the program or referral as appropriate.
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, efficient communication.
Coordinate the facility infection control program and ensure staff and clients meet policy and procedure requirements.