Per Diem Licensed Vocational Nurse

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Join a team where your work truly matters. We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare.

Job Title: Per Diem Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Psychiatric Technician

Division/Program: Fresno Psychiatric Health Facility

Starting Compensation: 32.00 - 34.00 USD Per Hour

Working Location: Fresno, CA

Working Hours/Shift: On Call, AM 6am to 6:30pm or NOC 6pm to 6:30am

Why Join Our Team?

• 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

What You Bring to SBHG:

Licensure:

• A valid California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) license is required.

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED, HiSET) is required.
• Graduation from an accredited school of licensed vocational nursing, psychiatric technology, or an associate's degree in nursing or social sciences is preferred.

Experience:

• One (1) year of nursing experience is required, preferably treating individuals with mental illness in an inpatient setting. (Clinical nursing school rotations may be substituted for work experience).
• One (1) year of medication administration experience is preferred.

Certifications:

• Must obtain valid CPR and Pro-ACT certifications within 30 days of employment.

How You Will Make a Difference:

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) / Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) is responsible for monitoring and documenting clients' physical and mental health status, administering and documenting medications as prescribed, and communicating any concerns to the Registered Nurse and attending physician. This role participates in treatment team meetings, shift exchanges, and daily rounds while helping coordinate and oversee nursing activities to ensure quality client care. Additional responsibilities include providing nursing interventions within the scope of licensure, supporting the admission process by reviewing admission documentation, coordinating admissions, completing required verifications and forms, and helping maintain full utilization of program beds.

Division/Program Overview:

• Population Served: Serving youth, ages 12-17, dealing with acute psychiatric symptoms
• Facility & Setting: 24/7 inpatient Involuntary program, 16-bed facility
• Clinical Services: Admission; engagement; learning; stabilization and linkage to resources and aftercare
• Skills & Services: Intensive treatment programs with individualized care plans.