Licensed Vocational Nurse

Partner with us in making a positive change!Join a community that's changing mental healthcare for the better. We have been certified as a Great Place to Work by our own employees for 7 years and running. Looking forward to your partnership in making a difference with us!Job Title:Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Psychiatric Technician - On CallDivision/Program:Star View Adolescent CenterStarting Compensation:33.00 - 37.40 USD Per HourWorking Location:Torrance, CAWorking Hours/Shift:Various ShiftsWhat SBHG brings to you (benefits):Competitive compensationCompany paid benefits package including medical, dental and vision and many other voluntary benefits for employeesGenerous vacation and holiday payOn the job training including paid CEU opportunities and career developmentAMFT, ACSW and APCC's receive supervision for BBS hours (when applicable)Click here to learn more: you bring to SBHG (qualifications):Graduation from an accredited school of licensed vocational nursing or Licensed Psychiatric Technology requiredOne (1) year experience with SED children OR 40 hours on the job trainingOne (1) year medication administration experience and/or Associate degree, preferredValid California LVN or LPT LicenseHow you will make a difference (job overview):The LVN or LPT provides direct client care including administration of medications and wound care. Completes nursing assessments on new clients and when clients require such assessments. Maintains vigilance over the general milieu within the facility to facilitate quality client care, optimum facility operations and preserve the safety of all therein. Work with physicians and social workers to secure informed consent for medication from parents, courts, conservators, etc. Take physician orders for medications denial of rights, medical procedures, lab work, x-rays, etc. and make sure each order is implemented. Visually and audibly observes physical and psychiatric conditions and reports changes to the Charge RN or the Psychiatrist or other Medical Doctor on call in the absence of the Charge RN or DON. Order and ensure on-going supply of individual medications for each child.Division/Program Overview: A comprehensive mental health in patient residential facility for adolescentsServing up to 60 adolescents (ranging from ages 12-17) statewideIntensive residential services dedicated to serving clients with serious mental health problems with the highest dignity and quality of services since 1988Programs: Psychiatric Health Facility, Community Treatment Facility and Non-Public High School - 24/7 locked facilityFree ParkingMultidisciplinary Mental Health Services, Therapeutic Behavioral Health Services, and Intensive Day Treatment ProgramLearn more about SBHG at: Additional Information:svacrecruit@SBHG and its affiliates acknowledge all COVID 19 vaccination guidelines and mandates recommended by the State of California Department of Public Health. For more details, please see: State Range: 27.07 - 43.31 USD Hourly

Created: 2024-12-28