LPT Nurse (Weekends)

Sunol Hills LLC•Lafayette, CA

7d•$37 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

Sunol Hills, LLC is seeking motivated and hardworking RNs/LVNs/LPTs to join their team at a growing company that provides residential mental health treatment services in the East Bay Area. The program specializes in treating clients with eating disorders, and training will be provided for those without prior experience in this area. The ideal candidate is positive, proactive, and eager to learn, looking for a role where they can make a difference through quality patient care. The company is currently hiring for a Per Diem RN/LVN/LPT candidate with weekend availability. New graduates are welcome.

Requirements

Possess a valid License in good standing to practice as an RN, LVN, or LPT, issued by the State of California.
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.

Nice To Haves

Experience with eating disorders is not required, as training will be provided.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Program Manager, participate in the implementation and promotion of a six-bed residential treatment facility for clients with eating disorders.
Provide direct nursing care to clients as part of the milieu treatment team.
Support the program’s daily schedule and rules by modeling appropriate behaviors and communication skills for clients.
Support clients in crisis.
Support the treatment team including clinicians, doctors, dieticians, administrators, and Mental Health Rehabilitation Workers (MHRWs).
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.