Behavioral Health LVN/LPN: Night Shift, Part-Time

Discovery Behavioral Health; Los Gatos (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Discovery Behavioral Health in Menlo Park, CA is seeking a compassionate LVN/LPN to provide patient-centered nursing care within a multidisciplinary behavioral health program. Under RN or provider supervision, you will assist with safe medication administration, monitoring, and education in a dynamic team environment.

The role emphasizes safety, dignity, and recovery across care settings, with a part-time schedule and on-site placement.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an approved nursing program with a current licensure in good standing.
• Preferred: Experience as a staff nurse in behavioral health or chemical dependency.
• Knowledge of medications, indications, dosage ranges, side effects, and potential toxicity.
• One year experience in mental health, substance use, or eating disorders field preferred.
• Maintain Basic Life Support (CPR and First Aid) certification.
• Obtain CPI certification within 90 days of hire.
• Obtain Serv Safe certification within 90 days of hire if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to a behavioral health population in a safe, therapeutic environment.
• Assist in patient assessments and collect clinical data within LVN/LPN scope.
• Perform vital signs, basic assessments, and care procedures.
• Monitor changes in mental status or safety risks and report promptly.
• Administer medications per prescriptions and document MAR entries.
• Collaborate with RNs, physicians, and interdisciplinary team for coordinated care.
• Educate patients on medication adherence and safe use.

Skills

LVN/LPN

Behavioral health

Vital signs

Emergency response

Documentation

Collaborative care

Education

LPN license

Nursing program graduate

Job description

Discovery Behavioral Health in Menlo Park, CA is seeking a compassionate LVN/LPN to provide patient-centered nursing care within a multidisciplinary behavioral health program. Under RN or provider supervision, you will assist with safe medication administration, monitoring, and education in a dynamic team environment.

The role emphasizes safety, dignity, and recovery across care settings, with a part-time schedule and on-site placement.