Nurse - Adolescent Mental Health

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Location: Rancho Palos Verdes, California (On-Site)
Compensation: $32.00 – $35.00 per hour

Schedule: Monday-Friday 2:30pm-11:00pm (including rotating weekends)

AMFM Healthcare (A Mission for Michael) is a nationally recognized provider of premier behavioral health services for individuals living with complex mental health conditions. With residential and outpatient programs across the country, AMFM Healthcare is committed to delivering transformative, evidence-based treatment in an environment that prioritizes compassion, dignity, and clinical excellence. We believe in a workplace culture that is both professionally rewarding and personally meaningful—where your contributions help shape lives and futures.

Mission Prep Healthcare is a specialized adolescent treatment program under the AMFM Healthcare umbrella, designed to support teenagers and families facing primary mental health challenges. Our mission is to treat the whole family system using a combination of traditional therapeutic approaches and innovative clinical interventions. We offer a safe, nurturing environment where teens can thrive and families can rebuild. Every aspect of care—from psychiatric support to our home-like setting—is delivered with purpose, empathy, and a focus on long-term sustainability.

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We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our clinical team at our Mission Prep detox facilities. As an LVN, you’ll work closely with our multidisciplinary team to support the medical and emotional needs of our adolescent clients. You will be responsible for a range of essential nursing duties and will play a vital role in fostering a safe and supportive therapeutic environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated nurse who is passionate about mental health and adolescent care. 

• Work on site while remotely supporting other regions such as Rancho Palos Verdes, CA and Virginia.

• Monitor and document patient conditions, reporting changes or concerns to medical staff

• Administer prescribed medications and maintain accurate medication logs

• Record and monitor vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, and respiration

• Support clients with basic healthcare needs and assist with medical assessments

• Sterilize equipment and maintain proper infection control practices

• Participate in treatment planning and interdisciplinary care discussions

• Maintain complete and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR)

• Conduct medical chart audits to ensure accuracy and compliance

• Schedule and track medical appointments, referrals, and follow-ups

• Requisition and manage medical supplies and inventory

• Ensure compliance with Joint Commission standards, including medication management and infection prevention