Licensed Vocational Nurse - Prototypes- Pasadena Mental Health Clinic

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

HealthRIGHT 360 gives hope, builds health, and changes lives for people in need by providing comprehensive, integrated, compassionate care that includes primary medical care, mental health services, and substance use disorder treatment.

Benefits and perks:

• HR360 offers a robust benefits package, including PTO, 15 paid holidays, commuter benefits, retirement plans, and more!
• Employees qualify for public loan forgiveness programs
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Work with mission driven, compassionate colleagues and make a difference every day in the work that you do.

Job Summary HealthRIGHT 360, a nonprofit organization and a family of programs, is committed to providing accessible and comprehensive healthcare services to vulnerable populations. Our mission is to tackle systemic barriers to healthcare and promote health equity for all. We offer a wide range of services, including mental health care, residential and outpatient substance use treatment, and primary health services. Additionally, we provide transitional support for individuals re-entering the community after involvement in the criminal justice system. By integrating physical and behavioral health, we empower individuals to overcome challenges by addressing social determinants of health, fostering resilience, and facilitating recovery.

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) assesses and monitors clients seen in the Outpatient Pasadena Adult DMH facility. The LVN provides care in accordance with treatment objectives under the supervision of medical and program leadership. The LVN displays professional boundaries and standards, maintains cultural sensitivity at all times, treats all clients with respect, care, and concern, and works with other members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure the best possible treatment outcome for our clients.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

• Participate in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the nursing care plan.
• Oversee the ongoing monitoring and evaluation of clients seen in the Pasadena OP Adult DMH facility.
• Provide timely updates and status reports to the Physician for clients receiving withdrawal management, MAT, and/or with co-occurring mental disorders.
• Facilitate referrals to outside medical providers/facilities for medical clearance, TB tests or treatment when indicated.
• Facilitate filling of client prescriptions, and work with pharmacy to ensure medications are delivered in a timely manner.
• Monitor client care and treatment.
• Take and record accurate vital signs.
• Assist with blood draws.
• Assess and report on client behavioral changes.
• Interact with clients to support their participation in the program.
• Assist with orientation, admission, transfer, and discharge of clients.
• Collaborate with other team members to coordinate patient care and address any needs or concerns.
• Complete random and scheduled client UA tests and documents test results.
• Transport clients as needed.

Safety and Compliance

• Perform periodic facility checks to ensure and maintain the safety and security of the facility.
• Observe universal precautions, including correct handling of blood borne pathogens, storage of lab specimens, and disposal of infectious wastes.
• Audit medication room and destroy medications as needed per policy.
• Coordinate the collection of Sharps container and medical waste and maintain log.

Documentation

• Document client treatment progress, incident reports, and medical follow ups.
• Complete all required paperwork, charting, records maintenance in a timely manner when providing direct services.
• Submit program and contractual reporting and documentation requirement in a timely manner.
• Maintain medication book for compliance with all funder requirements and update monthly.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records and documentation, adhering to regulatory and HealthRIGHT 360's standards.

Administration and Other Duties

• Provide clerical support as assigned.
• Assist with creation of agency policies and procedures regarding medication and medical issues.
• Identify, report, and assist with the management of emergencies, and submit Incident Reports.
• Complete assigned training in a timely manner.
• Participate and attend meetings as assigned and as needed.
• Arrange work schedule according to program needs.
• Read and respond to emails and messages when appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Certification, or Licensure

• Completion of an accredited LVN program.
• Current LVN licensure in California.
• Valid BLS Certification and First Aid Certification.
• Valid California driver's license and access to registered and insured transportation.

Experience

• Experience and commitment to working with diverse communities.
• Experience working with dual diagnosis populations.
• Nursing experience in a residential substance abuse treatment or withdrawal management setting, community mental health, behavioral health, or recovery treatment center preferred.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Must complete a background check and livescan.