On Call LVN

About the role

The LVN / LPT provides direct client care including the administration of medications, including injections. Engages clients and families to determine physical health status. Formulates and implements an effective nursing care plan understanding psychiatric illness and its treatment as appropriate for Scope of Practice. Demonstrates an understanding of age-related development and other issues for the population(s).

Responsibilities

• Administers medications, including injections.
• Engages clients and families to determine physical health status.
• Formulates and implements an effective nursing care plan understanding psychiatric illness and its treatment as appropriate for Scope of Practice.
• Demonstrates an understanding of age-related development and other issues for the population(s).

Requirements

• Active, valid California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) license.
• Current CPR certification.
• Current First Aid certification from an approved agency (such as the American Red Cross).
• One (1) year of full-time equivalent experience working in a program serving individuals with mental disabilities; OR Commitment to complete a minimum of 20 hours of regulatory on-the-job training within the first year of employment (this is in addition to standard annual training requirements).
• Preferred qualifications include one (1) year of experience with medication administration and a valid California Driver’s License.

Qualifications

• Active, valid California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) license.
• Current CPR certification.
• Current First Aid certification from an approved agency (such as the American Red Cross).
• One (1) year of full-time equivalent experience working in a program serving individuals with mental disabilities; OR Commitment to complete a minimum of 20 hours of regulatory on-the-job training within the first year of employment (this is in addition to standard annual training requirements).

Skills

• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Knowledge of psychiatric illnesses and their treatments.
• Understanding of age-related development and other issues for the population(s).

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
• Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage. Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
• Professional Growth Opportunities: On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities. Career development programs designed to help you grow. Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).
• Employee Recognition & Rewards: A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication.

Pay

$32.00 - $34.00 USD Per Hour

Schedule

On-Call/ Per Diem