LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE

Responsibilities

• Monitor and document withdrawal symptoms using standardized tools (e.g., CIWA-Ar, COWS)
• Perform intake nursing assessments and ongoing reassessments
• Obtain and monitor vital signs per detox protocol and physician orders
• Identify and promptly report signs of medical or psychiatric instability
• Administer medications as ordered, including those used in withdrawal management and medication-assisted treatment (MAT)
• Maintain accurate medication administration records (MAR) in compliance with California regulations
• Conduct regular wellness checks and ensure appropriate observation levels
• Respond to medical emergencies, including overdose, severe withdrawal, or co-occurring conditions
• Support infection control, universal precautions, and medication storage standards
• Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with DHCS Title 9 and facility policies
• Auxiliary with audits, incident reporting, and quality assurance activities
• Maintain confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2
• Communicate effectively with physicians, RNs, counselors, and case managers
• Participate in shift reports and multidisciplinary team meetings
• Provide client education on detox, medications, and health stabilization

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license
• Minimum 1 year of nursing experience required; detox, SUD, or behavioral health experience strongly preferred
• CPR/BLS certification (required)
• Familiarity with withdrawal management protocols (alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines preferred)
• Knowledge of DHCS licensing standards for residential SUD programs
• Strong assessment, documentation, and crisis response skills

Skills & Abilities

• Experience with CIWA-Ar / COWS protocols
• Experience with electronic health records (EHR)
• Training in trauma-informed care and de-escalation techniques
• Experience with co-occurring mental health disorders

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and use hands repetitively for documentation and patient care tasks
• Manual dexterity to operate medical and office equipment
• Clear verbal and auditory communication with patients and staff
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally
• Travel may be required between sites

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision and life and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible spending accounts for health, dependent and transit costs
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid meal breaks
• Eligibility for loan forgiveness
• Continuing education credits available through our learning management system
• Discount program
• Generous paid time off