Licensed Vocational Nurse / LPT

Sierra Health + Wellness; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

10 days paid vacation

5 holidays/ 5 sick days per year

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits (

NO monthly premium for the employee (≥

401K with company match up to 3%

Job summary

Sierra Health and Wellness is seeking an LVN or LPT to oversee detoxing clients in our California inpatient facility. You will supervise staff, review medical records, provide nursing care per physician orders, and document thoroughly in our EMR system.

The role requires current licensure, strong communication, and a service-oriented approach. Per diem, part-time, and full-time options with comprehensive benefits are available.

Qualifications

• Current LVN license or LPT license required.
• Excellent communication and counseling skills.
• Ability to coordinate with diverse professionals.
• Customer service oriented and professional attitude.
• Basic computer skills; EMR experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise licensed and non-licensed staff in daily patient care.
• Prepare and review medical records and nurses' notes.
• Provide nursing care per physician orders and care plans.
• Prepare and monitor patient-administered medications.
• Chart and document according to policies and procedures.
• Deliver outstanding individualized resident care.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Counseling abilities

Customer service oriented

Basic computer skills

EMR system experience

Education

LVN/LPT license required

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Description

Licensed Vocational Nurse LVN; Licensed Psychiatric Technician LPT

Sierra Health and Wellness use evidence-based methods to accomplish the restoration of families, relationships, and self-worth. By transforming the character, we give life back to the people who have lost it through substance abuse and mental health issues.

Our inpatient facility houses 16 clients who receive specialized and personal care from our staff. Spacious and newly remodeled facility, located on 4 private acres of land.

Positions Available

• Per diem and Part-Time

Full-time Benefits

• Competitive pay
• 10 days paid vacation
• 5 holidays/ 5 sick days per year
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with NO monthly premium for the employee (eligible after 60 days)
• 401K with a company match of up to 3% (eligible after 1 year/ 1,000 hours)
• Accident & life Insurance (eligible after 60 days)

Duties And Responsibilities

Qualified candidates must have a current, valid license to practice nursing. LVNs oversee detoxing clients and ensure that all medical processes and operations are followed and documented. The ideal candidate must be willing to undergo a drug screen, TB and physical.

• Supervise other licensed and non-licensed staff in the day-to-day delivery of patient care.
• Prepare and review medical records and nurses' notes to evaluate the resident's physical and emotional status.
• Provide nursing care according to the Physician's orders, care plans, established standards, policies and procedures.
• Prepare and monitor patient-administered medications as ordered by the physician in accordance with nursing standards and facility policies.
• Sign, date and perform all charting, record-keeping, and care plans in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Provide outstanding individualized resident care

Requirements

• Current Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) required
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word and e-mail. Use of EMR system is preferred.
• Ability to coordinate with professionals from diverse backgrounds, working at distinct levels 1 of 2
• Commitment to the philosophy of recovery and continuity of the program and of consideration and respect of clients.
• Customer service oriented, professional attitude

Sierra Health and Wellness is a California network of leading behavioral health and rehab centers for adults and families who suffer from addiction to alcohol, opiates, amphetamines, and other addictive substances.

Sierra Health and Wellness is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against applicants, employees, or clients on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, veteran status or any other category protected by the law, or patients' decisions regarding advance directives. Not all services are available at all offices.

https://www.sierrahealthwellnesscenters.com/

Hourly: $36.00 - $44.00

Per Diem: Hourly: $40.00

The posted pay range is a reasonable estimate that the organization believes in good faith it may pay for this particular job based on the circumstances at the time of posting. This pay range is not a promise of a particular wage. Pay may consider several factors including but not limited to internal equity, experience, specialty, training, hours/shifts worked, business need, and education. Pay ranges may be adjusted in the future depending upon many factors including business needs.

Qualifications

Required education and experience:

• Current Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license
• Excellent communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Expert communication skills and counseling abilities
• Ability to coordinate with professionals from diverse backgrounds, working at a distinct level
• Commitment to the philosophy of recovery and continuity of the program and of consideration and respect for clients.
• Customer service oriented, professional attitude
• Health screen/ drug screen / TB test

Work Authorization/security Clearance Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License