Licensed Vocational Nurse

National Psychiatric Care and Rehabilitation Services; Manteca (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

National Psychiatric Care and Rehabilitation Services seeks a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide direct nursing care to adults in a Walnut Creek based facility, under supervision per BVNPT guidance.

The role emphasizes medication administration, health monitoring, and thorough nursing documentation in line with regulatory standards and facility policies. Strong clinical judgment and compassionate care are essential in crisis situations.

Qualifications

• Active California LVN license issued by BVNPT.
• Completion of BVNPT-approved vocational nursing program.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Experience in behavioral health or residential care preferred.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct nursing care and medication administration.
• Health monitoring and assessment support.
• Clinical documentation and recordkeeping.
• Crisis and emergency response.
• Care coordination and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Regulatory and compliance support.
• Resident education and support.

Skills

LVN license

CPR/BLS

Behavioral health experience

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Bilingual preferred

Education

BVNPT-approved vocational nursing program

Job description

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides direct nursing care to residents of the NPCRS Adult Residential Facility (ARF) / Crisis Residential Program (CRP) in Walnut Creek, working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, or physician as required by the California Vocational Nursing Practice Act. This role is responsible for medication administration, health monitoring, and nursing documentation consistent with NPCRS clinical standards, the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians (BVNPT) scope of practice, and applicable Title 22 and Title 9 regulatory requirements.

This is a hands-on clinical role requiring sound nursing judgment within scope, careful attention to medication safety, and genuine compassion for adults living with serious mental illness, co-occurring conditions, and acute psychiatric crisis.

The LVN reports administratively to the Program Director and receives clinical supervision from the Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, or physician, consistent with the Vocational Nursing Practice Act. The LVN works closely with consulting psychiatrists, Clinical Team, Mental Health Workers, and case management staff to support resident health, safety, and recovery.

Core Duties and Responsibilities:

• A. Direct Nursing Care and Medication Administration
• B. Health Monitoring and Assessment Support
• C. Clinical Documentation and Recordkeeping
• D. Crisis and Emergency Response
• E. Care Coordination and Interdisciplinary Collaboration
• F. Regulatory and Compliance Support
• G. Resident Education and Support

Minimum Qualifications

• Current, active, and unencumbered California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license issued by the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians (BVNPT), required for all levels.
• Graduate of a BVNPT-approved vocational nursing program.
• Current CPR/Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Minimum 0-2 years of post-licensure nursing experience for LVN I; minimum 2+ years of post-licensure experience, generally including behavioral health, psychiatric, or residential care nursing, for LVN II; minimum 4+ years of post-licensure experience, including demonstrated shift-leadership experience, for LVN III.
• Working knowledge of psychotropic medications, common side effects, and medication safety practices.
• Working knowledge of Title 22 medication management and recordkeeping requirements applicable to Adult Residential Facilities and, where applicable, Title 9 requirements for crisis residential treatment sites.
• Demonstrated ability to remain calm, use sound clinical judgment, and communicate effectively during psychiatric and medical emergencies.
• Strong written and verbal communication and documentation skills.
• Certification in Mental Health First Aid, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), or equivalent preferred.
• Bilingual or multilingual capabilities preferred, not required.