Licensed Vocational Nurse (LPT/LVN)- Mental Health Treatment Facility

Montare Behavioral Health is looking for LVN's for our residential mental health treatment facility located in the Sherman Oaks area!

The LVN is responsible for providing a variety of nursing services with a focus on prevention, education, and rehabilitation of the physical and mental health of the client. The LVN collaborates as a member of a multi-disciplinary treatment team to develop and implement effective treatment strategies.

Availability, We Are Currently Looking For

• 12 hour shifts/3 days a week, 7am-7:30pm or 7pm-7:30am
• Must be available at least one weekend day

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Assists with self-administration of medication and records clients vital signs.
• Conducts initial intake assessments and evaluations.
• Ensures accurate documentation of medication and lab orders.
• Observes clients, charts and reports changes in client conditions, such as adverse reactions to medication or treatment and takes any necessary follow-up action.
• Answers client questions regarding medication orders and provides education.
• Responsible for the management, organization and safety of the medication room, including supply inventory and equipment compliance.
• Evaluates medical concerns and directs clients to emergency medical care when required.
• Assist clients with tending to activities of daily living.
• Works with the treatment team and physicians to assess client needs, plan, modify care and implement interventions.
• Reviews medication logs, conducts daily medication counts and requests refills as needed.
• Assists with monitoring and supervision of clients to support non-clinical staff and provides crisis intervention when necessary.

Qualifications

• LVN/LPT licensure required. Possession of a valid license issued by the California Board of Nursing Education and Nurse registration.
• Experience working directly with clients in a mental health treatment setting.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team player.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Valid driver's license, clean driving record and personal automobile insurance.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Hiring is contingent upon completion of a Background Check, TB test, and clearance on a drug screen and pre-employment physical. Current First Aid and CPR certification or willing to obtain upon hire.
• Additional requirements include receiving DOJ/FBI fingerprint clearance or an exemption and a submission of a signed Criminal Record Statement (LIC 508).

Salary: $36.00 - $38.00 per hour