Licensed Vocational Nurse - Program Nurse

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionLVN Program NurseIf you are driven by a desire to make a meaningful difference in your community and shape brighter futures, Help Group is the organization for you! Guided by our expertise and a deep respect for every individual’s journey, we have developed a connected network of schools, therapy and support, vocational pathways, residential living, social engagement, and lifelong learning programs—all designed to help children, teens, and adults, as well as those who care for them. Our multidisciplinary team provides specialized support for individuals with emotional struggles, learning differences, ADHD, developmental delays, behavioral challenges, and autism. Meeting everyone where they are, we respond to their unique circumstances with compassion and care, creating a foundation for lasting growth. Our pioneering approach opens doors to lives shaped by possibility, purpose, and the power of help. We invite passionate professionals to join us in supporting the development of our students, clients, and residents as we grow! Here, you'll find not just a job, but an opportunity to grow your career in a deeply rewarding environment!Project Six offers a safe, structured residential program for adolescents ages 12–21 who need intensive support for emotional, behavioral, and social challenges. Our relationship-based approach helps teens build coping skills, strengthen communication, and prepare for successful reintegration into home, school, and community life.As a Program Nurse at Project Six, you will play a vital role in supporting the health, safety, and well-being of residents while collaborating closely with residential staff, therapists, educators, families, and multidisciplinary treatment teams.The Program Nurse is responsible for ensuring safe and compliant medication administration, monitoring resident and student health needs, responding to illness and injury, maintaining required medical documentation, and serving as a healthcare resource for residents, families, and staff.This role requires strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with individuals who may have developmental, behavioral, or mental health challenges.Position DetailsLocation: Van NuysPart-Time: Monday - Friday, 15 hours per weekKey ResponsibilitiesDispense prescription and non-prescription medications to students served by the Agency following all State, County, and Agency guidelinesCollaborate closely with the program psychiatrist during weekly meetings to review medications, side effects, and effectivenessCoordinate telephone or virtual (Zoom) meetings with the psychiatrist to process new orders and works closely with pharmacies to procure the medicationsWork with families to get a medical assessment prior to placement assist families in navigating the process of transferring medical insurance coverage to Los Angeles County when necessary, helping ensure residents have access to appropriate healthcare services and benefitsAssure the current status of all mandated documentation necessary for administration of medications at this siteDispense medications to students, quality assurance dailyTreatment of student injury/illness, assuring appropriate documentationPunch in/out (including lunch) in a timely manner according to prescribed hours of employmentPromote and maintain a safe work environmentMaintain a neat and organized personal work areaKnow and follow all Agency emergency procedures for any real or simulated emergencyRespond appropriately to all staff and parent inquires regarding nursing servicesQualificationsCurrent Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in good standingCertification and experience administering injectable medicationsExperience in dispensing medications and performing general nursing dutiesStrong clinical judgment and attention to detailStrong documentation and organizational skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work effectively with adolescents and young adults with developmental, behavioral, and mental health needsMust be accurate, expedient and possess the necessary communication and behavior management skills to work with our targeted student population, parents, and multidisciplinary staffCommitted to providing compassionate, person-centered care that promotes the health, safety, and well-being of the individuals servedLearn more about our Residential Programs here.The salary range represents the low and high end of the salary someone in this role may earn as an employee of Help Group. Salaries will vary based on various factors, including but not limited to, professional and academic experience, certification, training, responsibilities of the position, and other business and organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of our total compensation package for employees. Salary decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each hire. Help Group reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. If your requirements fall outside of this range, you are still welcome to apply.We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.