Per Diem Psych LVN / LPT

Stars Behavioral Health Group • Merced, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Per Diem Psych LVN / LPT provides direct nursing care in the Merced Crisis Residential Unit, a 24/7 voluntary inpatient program serving adults ages 18–59. The role includes supervising nursing care provided by other nursing staff on the assigned shift, monitoring and reporting clients’ physical and mental conditions, and managing medication according to provider orders. The position also supports rehabilitation and recovery services, including substance use rehabilitation, vocational counseling, and medication evaluation and support.

There is no set schedule. Applicants provide their availability, and shifts are assigned as needed. The greatest coverage need is on weekdays, particularly Wednesday mornings. The listed shift is AM, 6:00 AM–6:30 PM. Starting compensation is $32.00–$34.00 per hour. The role is based in Merced, California.

Requirements

• Current California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) license.
• High school diploma or equivalent, such as a GED or HiSET.
• At least one year of nursing experience; clinical nursing school rotations may substitute for a portion of this experience.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in nursing or a social science field.
• Nursing experience treating individuals with mental illness in an inpatient setting.
• One year of experience with medication administration.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care and supervise nursing care provided by other nursing staff on the assigned shift.
• Observe clients visually and audibly, document their physical or mental condition, and report it orally or in writing to the Program Manager and attending physician or nurse practitioner.
• Order, prepare, administer, and document medications according to physicians’ or nurse practitioners’ orders.
• Confirm delivery of all medications ordered from the pharmacy during the assigned shift.
• Write weekly summaries for assigned clients.
• Monitor and maintain appropriate nursing documentation in clients’ medical records for the assigned shift.
• Prepare, present, coordinate, or supervise a verbal or written change-of-shift report.

Benefits

• Vacation and holiday pay.
• Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Additional voluntary benefits.
• On-the-job training.
• Paid CEU opportunities.
• Career development programs.
• Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals, where applicable.
• Employee recognition and rewards.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED