Licensed Vocational Nurse - Prototypes-Women's Center Ventura County

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.

Health RIGHT 360 offers residential treatment services designed to serve individuals and families with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health disorders. Our program helps clients address addiction and related issues, increase skills, manage stressors, connect to supportive service, and build a foundation for lasting recovery. Residential programs run 24/7 and include individual and group therapy, family therapy, individualized case management, treatment planning, drug and alcohol counseling, medication support services, and crisis intervention.

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.

The required schedule for this position is swing shift, Tuesday-Saturday 1pm-10pm.

This is a union eligible position.

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 Prototypes Women's Center in Oxnard offers residential substance abuse treatment and detox services tailored specifically for women, including those who wish to involve their children in their journey to recovery. Our program in Ventura County aims to assist women in maintaining their progress in overcoming co-occurring disorders through a wide range of supportive services. Children can foster a secure attachment with their mothers in a secure setting, while also accessing mental health support and educational assistance. The facility can accommodate up to 56 women and 28 children for treatment.

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) plays a vital role in delivering direct, in-person care and monitoring to clients enrolled in Residential and Withdrawal Management Programs. Working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Nurse Manager, the LVN provides care aligned with individualized treatment objectives. The LVN consistently upholds professional boundaries, adheres to nursing standards, and demonstrates cultural sensitivity. By treating all clients with respect, compassion, and empathy, and by collaborating closely with the multidisciplinary team, LVN supports the delivery of high-quality care and promotes positive treatment outcomes. Key Responsibilities

Client Care & Clinical Support: Participate in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the nursing care plan. Monitor client care and treatment. Assess and report on client behavioral changes. Take and record accurate vital signs. Observe universal precautions, including correct handling of bloodborne pathogens, storage of lab specimens, and disposal of infectious waste. Maintain a safe environment for clients. Interact with clients to support their participation in the program. Assist with orientation, admission, transfer, and discharge of clients.

Medication Management: Provide timely updates and status reports to the physician for clients receiving withdrawal management, MAT, and/or with co-occurring mental disorders. Facilitate filling of client prescriptions, and work with the pharmacy to ensure medications are delivered in a timely manner. Pick up medications at the pharmacy as needed. Audit the medication room and destroy medications as needed, per policy. Maintain the medication book in compliance with all funder requirements and update it monthly. Provide staff training on medication protocols and withdrawal management protocols, including vital signs, observations, and documentation.

Administration and Other Duties: Document client treatment progress, incident reports, and medical follow-ups. Identify, report, and assist with the management of emergencies, and submit incident reports to the Program Director in a timely manner. Adhere to professional standards. Provide clerical support as assigned. Complete all assigned training in a timely manner. Attend and actively participate in meetings and supervision. Maintain compliance with licensing requirements.

And perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Education, Certification, or Licensure: Must have a valid license with California Board of Vocational Nursing. Valid BLS Certification. Valid California Driver's License and access to registered and insured transportation.

Experience: Experience working with dual diagnosis populations. Nursing experience in community mental health, behavioral health, or recovery treatment centers preferred.

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