LPT at Sunol Hills Oakview

Sunol Hills LLC•Lafayette, CA

46d

About The Position

Sunol Hills, LLC is looking for motivated, hardworking RNs/LVNs/LPTs to join our team of dedicated professionals. We are a growing company providing residential mental health treatment services to clients in the East Bay Area. Our program specializes in the treatment of clients with eating disorders; however, if you don't have any experience with eating disorders, don't worry! We will provide you with training. The most important thing is that you are positive, proactive, and ready to learn. If you are looking for a position where you can make a difference in the lives of others through quality patient care, we would love to hear from you! We are currently hiring for Per Diem RN/LVN/LPT candidates: -Must be able to cover shifts at both Oakview and Ridgeview facilities. -Potential to work AM, PM and/or NOC shifts as needed. New grads welcome. We look forward to connecting with you! DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Program Manager, RNs/LVNs/LPTs participate in implementation and promotion of a six-bed residential treatment facility for clients with eating disorders. The primary responsibility of the RN/LVN/LPT is to provide direct nursing care to clients as part of the milieu treatment team. Our facilities provide a healing environment where clients utilize our integrative, evidence-based treatment approach to recover from eating disorders. The RN/LVN/LPT supports the program’s daily schedule and rules by (1) modeling appropriate behaviors and communication skills for clients, (2) supporting clients in crisis, and (3) supporting the treatment team including clinicians, doctors, dieticians, administrators, and Mental Health Rehabilitation Workers (MHRWs).

Requirements

Possess a valid License in good standing to practice as an RN, LVN, or LPT, issued by the State of California.
License Required: Must have a valid California Driver’s License in good standing with proof of auto insurance.
Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with all persons involved in client treatment to include, but not limited to: case-management team, treatment coordinators, physicians, and supervisor to assure continuity of client care.
Supervise clients and interact with them in the milieu, teaching and modeling appropriate coping skills.
Protect consumer rights and maintain residents’ confidentiality. Assure clients’ safety at all times.
Work the hours required by the program as scheduled by the supervisor, including overnights, holidays and occasional fill-in for other regular staff members.
Drive to pick up supplies and/or transport clients for outings, medical visits, and other as needed.
Insert, monitor, remove, and maintain NG tubes for clients requiring tube feeding according to program guidelines and protocols.