Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

ADP, Inc.; La Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Life Insurance & AD&D

Long Term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Plans

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Job summary

BrightQuest Treatment Centers in San Diego, CA, is seeking a full-time Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our clinical team. The LVN will perform health assessments, monitor residents, and coordinate medication administration as part of a multidisciplinary program for addiction and co-occurring disorders.

Ideal candidates hold an active nursing license, CPR/First Aid certification, and a track record of working in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Active licensure/registration in good standing as LVN/LPN/RN/LPT.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.
• Certification to administer injections and TB tests is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Complete health, pain, and physical assessments for clients.
• Monitor residents and document behaviors, medication activities, and rule violations.
• Coordinate daily medication distribution.
• Train staff on medication setup and administration.
• Participate in treatment-plan meetings and review labs.
• Audit MARs for compliance and accuracy.
• Conduct medication reviews during intake with client/family.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Nursing licensure

CPR First Aid

Medication knowledge

Computer skills

Driver's license

Job description

BrightQuest Treatment is hiring a full time Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in San Diego, CA!.

This is a Full Time position.

We are an organization dedicated to developing highly specialized treatment programs serving individuals and families suffering from addiction, mental health and co-occurring disorders. Our vision at BrightQuest and Sero Mental Health is to create best in class treatment programs founded on a common set of principles including clinical excellence, a spirit of innovation, superior customer experiences, and empowered leadership teams.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Complete Health Assessment, Pain Assessment, and Physical for assessing clients
• Observes residents to monitor activities and behavior, and documents notable behaviors, medical and medication behaviors, and rules violations. Provide one-to-one supervision for any client at risk.
• Coordinates dissemination of medication to clients each day.
• Provides support and training for Residential & Milieu Support Staff with regards to medication setup and administration support.
• Participate in meetings, track pertinent health data, and collaborate and provide input on treatment plans (i.e., in response to labs).
• Conducts regular audits of Medication Administration Records (MARs) to ensure compliance with policies and procedures by non-nursing staff.
• During intake assessment, complete the medication review with client and/or families.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT), or Registered Nurse (RN).
• CPR / First Aid certified.
• Certification to administer injections and TB tests a plus.
• Must be familiar with general pharmacy abbreviations and demonstrate awareness and competency with managing lookalike, soundalike medications.
• Specific, required, current, and active licensure, registration, or certification must be maintained in good standing.
• Proficient computer skills and ability use various software programs.
• Have a valid driver’s license in good standing and auto insurance.
• Successfully complete drug screen and comprehensive background check.

Benefits Designed for You and Yours

• full-time employees and their dependents enrollment in multi-level medical, dental, and vision health benefits with substantial employer premium contributions.
• employer paid Life Insurance and AD&D
• Long Term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Plans
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short Term Disability Coverage
• Hospital Indemnity and Accident Plans
• Critical Illness Coverage
• Legal Assistance
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Both full and part-time employees have the opportunity to enroll in the company’s 401(K) Retirement Plans with company match of 100% of the first 3% contributed and 50% of the next 2% contributed per paycheck. Employees contributing to their 401K plan are 100% vested immediately upon becoming eligible for the company match.

All benefits are effective the 1st of the month following 30 days of hire.

BrightQuest Treatment Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V)