Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Wellpath; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to deliver essential care to underserved patients in a correctional setting. This role offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth in a supportive environment. Join a mission-driven team committed to making a difference every day.

Benefits

DailyPay

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Company paid life insurance

Tax free Health Spending Accounts

Wellness program

Qualifications

• One year of clinical experience required.
• Current unrestricted licensure as LPN or LVN.

Responsibilities

• Collects and documents patient data for assessments.
• Implements treatment plans and provides direct patient care.
• Ensures accurate clinical documentation and compliance.

Skills

Compassion

Clinical Assessment

Patient Education

Education

Graduate from an accredited Nursing or Psychiatric Technician School

Job description

You Matter

• Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved• Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture• Excellent career growth opportunities

Join us and find a career that supports:• Caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients• Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging• Autonomy in a warm team environment• Growth and training

Perks and Benefits In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work, life balance for team members and their family to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing including: • DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it! • Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching• Company paid life insurance• Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans

*Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service.

Why Us

Now is your moment to make a difference in the lives of the underserved. If there is one unifying characteristic of everyone on our team, it is the deep desire to make a difference by helping society's most vulnerable and often overlooked individuals. Every day we have the distinct honor and responsibility to show up with non-judgmental compassion to provide hope and healing to those who need it most. For those whose calling it is to serve others, now is your moment to join our mission to provide quality care to every patient with compassion, collaboration, and innovation, to live our mantra to “Always Do The Right Thing!”, and to collectively do our part to heal the world, one patient at a time.

How you make a difference

Under the direction of the Health Services Administrator, Director of Nursing, or higher licensed medical professional, the Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) provides skilled nursing care in compliance with state and federal regulations. In the correctional setting, the LVN/LPT assists with patient care by collecting data, performing assessments, and supporting care planning, implementation, and evaluation. Additionally, they guide patient education and activities in line with their competencies and the Nursing Practice Act.

Key Responsibilities

• Collects and documents physical, psychological, and social data of patients, assisting in assessments and treatment planning in accordance with the Nursing Practice Act (NPA).
• Implements individualized treatment plans and executes clinical interventions as directed by Health Care Practitioners, ensuring adherence to established policies, procedures, and safety protocols.
• Provides direct patient care, including administering medications, obtaining diagnostic tests, assisting in medical procedures, and responding to health emergencies.
• Ensures accurate clinical documentation, supports program admissions and discharges, and maintains effective communication with healthcare team members regarding patient care.
• Conducts controlled substance and sharps inventory, maintains compliance with standard precautions, and assists with electronic data input and record management.

Additional Details

Are you a compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Psychiatric Technician (Psych Tech) ready to step into a role with real purpose? At San Luis Obispo County Jail, you’ll provide essential mental and physical healthcare to underserved patients in a secure, supportive environment. You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team that values your skills and supports your growth—whether you're experienced in correctional healthcare or looking to explore a meaningful new path. This is more than a job—it’s a chance to care for a population that truly needs you. Competitive pay, great benefits, and a strong sense of purpose await!

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• Graduate from an accredited Nursing or Psychiatric Technician School.

Experience

• One (1) or more years of clinical experience required.
• Basic knowledge of all medications being dispensed.
• Correctional setting experience is preferred.

Licenses/Certifications

• Current unrestricted licensure (and must maintain) as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) in the state employed.
• Current (and must maintain) lifesaving BLS certification.
• Current (and must maintain) Phlebotomy/IV Certification is required or must be obtained within 6 (six) months.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of uniqueness.

We celebrate a variety of backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We encourage you to apply!If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn’t seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles.

Deadline to apply to this position is contingent upon applicant volume. Those positions located in Colorado will have a specific deadline posted in the job description.

We are an Affirmative Action Employer in accordance with applicable state and local laws.