Behavioral Health LVN/LPT – Part-Time On-Call

Crestwood Behavioral Health Inc.; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Life Insurance

Vacation

Sick Leave Buy Back

401(k) Retirement

Education Loan Assistance Program

Supervision for BBS Associates

Competitive Pay

Paid Holidays

Service Awards

Jury Duty Pay

Job summary

Crestwood Behavioral Health Inc. is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) to provide direct nursing care within their care team in California.

The role includes supervising non-licensed staff and ensuring adherence to physician orders and care standards. This part-time, on-call position requires California licensure, CPR/First Aid, and a cooperative team player mindset.

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 providing direct client care and operating the unit.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Supervision

Collaboration

Mental health nursing

CPR/First aid

Education

California LVN/LPT licensure

Job description

Crestwood Behavioral Health Inc. is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) to provide direct nursing care within their care team in California.

The role includes supervising non-licensed staff and ensuring adherence to physician orders and care standards. This part-time, on-call position requires California licensure, CPR/First Aid, and a cooperative team player mindset.