Behavioral Health LVN/LPT — On-Call, Growth & Benefits

Crestwood Behavioral Health, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 4,822,000 - 5,579,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Life Insurance

Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Sick Leave Buy Back

401(k) Retirement

Scholarship Program

Education Loan Assistance

Job summary

Crestwood Behavioral Health, Inc. in San Diego is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) to deliver direct nursing care under physician orders and established standards. You will lead non-licensed staff in providing care and directing unit operations.

The role requires California LVN/LPT licensure, CPR/First Aid, and prior mental health nursing experience preferred, with on-call AM and NOC shifts. Crestwood offers competitive pay and full benefits.

Qualifications

• Current licensure in California as an LVN or LPT.
• Knowledge of general nursing theory and practice.
• Ability to supervise.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other staff members.
• Previous experience in mental health nursing preferred.
• Current CPR and first aid certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to clients according to physicians’ orders and applicable client care standards.
• Direct non-licensed personnel in delivering client care and operating the unit.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

supervision

Team cooperation

Mental health nursing

Education

California LVN/LPT licensure

Job description

Crestwood Behavioral Health, Inc. in San Diego is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) to deliver direct nursing care under physician orders and established standards. You will lead non-licensed staff in providing care and directing unit operations.

The role requires California LVN/LPT licensure, CPR/First Aid, and prior mental health nursing experience preferred, with on-call AM and NOC shifts. Crestwood offers competitive pay and full benefits.