Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) / Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) I

Benefits

Job Description

Job Responsibilities & Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Direct Patient Care & Assessments:
  • Perform complete physical body assessments, monitor patient status, and report findings to the Charge Nurse or RN.
  • Conduct admissions and discharges, including initial patient interviews, safety screenings, and intake documentation.
  • Recognize and accurately respond to signs and symptoms of acute substance withdrawal and behavioral health crises.
• Medication & Treatment Administration:
  • Administer medications per provider orders, assess therapeutic effectiveness, and monitor for side effects.
  • Maintain precise, compliant controlled substance logs and documentation.
  • Educate patients on medication compliance, illness management, and recovery protocols.
  • Perform waived diagnostic testing (blood glucose, breath alcohol, urine drug screens, pregnancy, hemoglobin, and Covid/Flu testing).
• Emergency Response & Clinical Equipment:
  • Respond promptly to medical emergencies using essential care equipment (AED, bag/mask, oxygen, glucometer, breathalyzer, and suction).
  • Assist in implementing and updating individualized patient treatment plans under RN or LVN II supervision.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education & Licensure:
  • Graduation from an accredited LVN or LPT program required.
  • Active, unrestricted California LVN or LPT License required.
  • Current CPR Certification required.
• Experience:
  • Experience in a Behavioral Health / Chemical Dependency setting is required.
  • Minimum of 2 years of recent acute care experience preferred.
• Core Competencies:
  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Proficiency in electronic medical records and clinical equipment operation.
  • Commitment to professional boundaries, ethics, and patient advocacy across diverse age groups.