Full-Time NOC Licensed Vocational Nurse

About the Role

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) / Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) is responsible for monitoring and documenting clients' physical and mental health status, administering and documenting medications as prescribed, and communicating any concerns to the Registered Nurse and attending physician. This role participates in treatment team meetings, shift exchanges, and daily rounds while helping coordinate and oversee nursing activities to ensure quality client care.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and document clients' physical and mental health status
• Administer and document medications as prescribed
• Communicate concerns to the Registered Nurse and attending physician
• Participate in treatment team meetings, shift exchanges, and daily rounds
• Coordinate and oversee nursing activities to ensure quality client care
• Provide nursing interventions within the scope of licensure
• Support the admission process by reviewing admission documentation
• Coordinate admissions and complete required verifications and forms
• Help maintain full utilization of program beds

Requirements

• Valid California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) license
• High School diploma or equivalent (GED, HiSET)
• One (1) year of nursing experience required (clinical nursing school rotations may be substituted)
• Must obtain CPR and Pro-ACT certifications within 30 days of employment

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of licensed vocational nursing, psychiatric technology, or an associate's degree in nursing or social sciences (preferred)
• One (1) year of medication administration experience (preferred)
• Experience treating individuals with mental illness in an inpatient setting (preferred)

Pay & Schedule

• Compensation: $32.00 - $34.00 per hour
• Schedule: Full-Time, Thursday-Saturday, 6:00 PM to 6:30 AM
• Location: Fresno, CA

Benefits

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

Program Overview

• Population Served: Youth ages 12-17 dealing with acute psychiatric symptoms
• Facility: 24/7 inpatient involuntary program, 16-bed facility
• Clinical Services: Admission, engagement, learning, stabilization, and linkage to resources and aftercare
• Skills & Services: Intensive treatment programs with individualized care plans