Full Time Mental Health Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Vocational Nurse
Salary Range $35.00 - $43.00 Hourly Position Type Full Time Education Level High School or GED Category Nursing
Description
Sierra Health and Wellness use evidence-based methods to accomplish the restoration of families, relationships, and self-worth. By transforming the character, we give life back to the people who have lost it through substance abuse and mental health issues. Our Concord inpatient facility houses 30 clients who receive specialized and personal care from our staff. Our newly remodeled location offers amenities to both our clients and staff.
Positions available:
Full-time: AM Friday - Monday
Per Diem: Any shifts
Full-time benefits:

• Competitive pay
• 10 days paid vacation
• 5 holidays/ 5 sick days per year
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with NO monthly premium for the employee (eligible after 60 days)
• 401K with a company match of up to 3% (eligible after 1 year/ 1,000 hours)
• Accident & life Insurance (eligible after 60 days)

Duties and Responsibilities:
Qualified candidates must have a current, valid license to practice nursing. LVNs oversee detoxing clients and ensure that all medical processes and operations are followed and documented. The ideal candidate must be willing to undergo a drug screen, TB and physical.
Supervise other licensed and non-licensed staff in the day-to-day delivery of patient care.
Prepare and review medical records and nurses' notes to evaluate the resident's physical and emotional status.
Provide nursing care according to the Physician's orders, care plans, established standards, policies and procedures.
Prepare and monitor patient-administered medications as ordered by the physician in accordance with nursing standards and facility policies.
Sign, date and perform all charting, record-keeping, and care plans in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Provide outstanding individualized resident care
Requirements:
Current Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) required
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word and e-mail. Use of EMR system is preferred.
Ability to coordinate with professionals from diverse backgrounds, working at distinct levels
Commitment to the philosophy of recovery and continuity of the program and of consideration and respect of clients.
Customer service oriented, professional attitude
Sierra Health and Wellness is a California network of leading behavioral health and rehab centers for adults and families who suffer from addiction to alcohol, opiates, amphetamines, and other addictive substances.
Sierra Health and Wellness is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against applicants, employees, or clients on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, veteran status or any other category protected by the law, or patients' decisions regarding advance directives. Not all services are available at all offices.
Hourly: $35.00 - $43.00
The posted pay range is a reasonable estimate that the organization believes in good faith it may pay for this particular job based on the circumstances at the time of posting. This pay range is not a promise of a particular wage. Pay may consider several factors including but not limited to internal equity, experience, specialty, training, hours/shifts worked, business need, and education. Pay ranges may be adjusted in the future depending upon many factors including business needs.
Qualifications
Required education and experience:
Current Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license
Excellent communication skills
Basic computer skills
Expert communication skills and counseling abilities
Ability to coordinate with professionals from diverse backgrounds, working at a distinct level
Commitment to the philosophy of recovery and continuity of the program and of consideration and respect for clients.
Customer service oriented, professional attitude
Health screen/ drug screen / TB test
Work authorization/security clearance requirements:
~ Valid Driver's License

Sierra Health and Wellness