Licensed Vocational Nurse

Spirit League; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) plan

Professional development

Paid holidays & vacation

Mileage reimbursement

Cell phone/internet reimbursement

PSLF loan forgiveness

Job summary

Spirit League in Los Angeles is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide medication support and basic nursing services within PACS programs under clinical direction of psychiatrists and RNs, while collaborating with the Clinical Supervisor and multidisciplinary treatment team.

This predominantly field-based role supports clients across intensive and outpatient behavioral health programs, including psychiatric medication services and telehealth-related clinical requirements.

Qualifications

• Active California LVN license in good standing.
• 1–2 years nursing experience preferred (behavioral health or community-based care a plus).
• Knowledge of medication administration and documentation standards.
• Familiarity with Medi-Cal/DMH documentation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide medication support and basic nursing services under clinical direction of PACS psychiatrists and/or RNs.
• Work with assigned Clinical Supervisor and multidisciplinary treatment team; field-based across intensive and outpatient programs and telehealth requirements.

Skills

Active California LVN license

Nursing experience (1–2 years)

Medication administration knowledge

Documentation standards knowledge

Outpatient behavioral health exposure

Medi-Cal/DMH documentation familiarity

Job description

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides medication support and basic nursing services within PACS programs under the clinical direction of PACS psychiatrists and/or Registered Nurses (RNs), while working closely with the assigned Clinical Supervisor and multidisciplinary treatment team. This role supports safe, compliant service delivery aligned with California scope of practice regulations, DMH requirements, and Medi-Cal standards. The LVN performs task-based nursing duties and does not practice independently.

This is a predominantly field-based position supporting clients across intensive and outpatient behavioral health programs, including psychiatric medication services and telehealth-related clinical requirements.

Job Perks:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with low premium contributions.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Professional development support including opportunities for growth.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Partial reimbursement for cell phone and internet expenses.
• Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): PACS is a qualifying employer under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. Employees with eligible federal student loans may be eligible for loan forgiveness after meeting all program requirements. Eligibility for PSLF is determined by the U.S. Department of Education.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Active California LVN license in good standing
• Minimum 1–2 years of nursing experience preferred (behavioral health or community-based care a plus)
• Knowledge of medication administration and documentation standards
• Ability to work within scope of practice and follow supervision protocols
• Experience in outpatient behavioral health, FSP, or community mental health
• Familiarity with Medi-Cal/DMH documentation requirements

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual (Spanish, API languages, or other threshold languages)
• Ability to work with diverse populations using a trauma-informed approach
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills
• Ability to respond appropriately in crisis situationsAbility to travel throughout Los Angeles County
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of insurance required