Correctional Licensed Psych Technician (LPT) - $2,429 per week

Nightingale's List LLC; Susanville (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Weekly pay

Job summary

Nightingale's List is seeking a travel Correctional Licensed Psych Technician (LPT) for a 26-week assignment in Susanville, California. The role requires providing psychiatric and behavioral care within a correctional setting, with 40 hours per week and day shift.

Licensed California LPT with BLS is required, and the position offers comprehensive support and travel accommodations. Join a dedicated team delivering high‑quality patient care in this dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• California LPT license required in good standing.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Provide general nursing, behavioral, and psychiatric care to incarcerated patients.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments under supervision.
• Monitor patients' health, behavior, and response to treatment.
• Conduct observations, mental health screenings, and rounds.
• Assist with crisis intervention and management of emergencies.
• Support therapy and group sessions to reinforce coping skills and treatment goals.
• Observe and document changes in mood, behavior, and health.
• Coordinate with nurses, physicians, and other professionals to ensure continuity of care.

Skills

Licensed Psych Technician (LPT)

Allied Health Professional

Education

California Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) license

Job description

Nightingale's List is seeking a travel Correctional Licensed Psych Technician (LPT) for a travel job in Susanville, California.

Job Description & Requirements

Nightingale's List is seeking a travel Correctional Licensed Psych Technician (LPT) for a travel job in Susanville, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Licensed Psych Technician (LPT)
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide general nursing, behavioral, and psychiatric care to incarcerated patients in accordance with established healthcare policies and procedures.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments under appropriate authorization and clinical direction.
• Monitor patients' physical and mental health conditions, behavior, and responses to medication or treatment.
• Conduct patient observations, mental health screenings, and clinical rounds to identify changes in condition or emerging concerns.
• Assist with crisis intervention, emergency response, and the management of behavioral or psychiatric emergencies.
• Support therapeutic activities, facilitate group sessions, and reinforce coping skills, healthy behaviors, and treatment goals.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and provide supportive care based on individual needs.
• Observe, document, and report changes in patient behavior, mood, mental status, and overall health to the registered nurse and healthcare team.
• Maintain accurate medical records, medication administration records, incident reports, and treatment documentation.
• Collaborate with registered nurses, physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Educate patients about medications, treatment plans, health maintenance, and appropriate behavioral management strategies.
• Follow infection-control procedures, patient confidentiality requirements, medication safety standards, and applicable healthcare regulations.
• Maintain professional boundaries and communicate respectfully with patients while supporting rehabilitation and recovery.
• Follow CDCR security protocols, institutional procedures, and safety requirements when providing care in a correctional setting.
• Assist with patient transfers, admissions, discharges, and continuity of care as assigned.

Possess a current, valid California Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) license in good standing.
Hold a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).

About Nightingale's List

Nightingale's List is a premier healthcare staffing agency based in California,

offering diverse job opportunities across America. From travel and per diem to contract and long-term roles, we cater to the unique needs of our healthcare professionals. Founded by a Registered Nurse, we deeply understand our staff's aspirations and challenges. At Nightingale's List, we go beyond providing jobs - we foster rewarding healthcare careers with comprehensive support and growth opportunities.

Benefits

• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Weekly pay