LVN/LPN (On-Call)

Discovery Mood

Los Angeles (CA)

Hybride

USD 40 000 - 51 000

Temps partiel

14 jours+

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Résumé du poste

Center For Discovery in Los Angeles, CA is seeking an LVN/LPN to provide compassionate, patient-centered nursing care within a multidisciplinary team. You will support safe medication administration, monitor patient status, and contribute to recovery-oriented care for individuals with addiction, eating disorders, and co-occurring conditions.

The role requires direct nursing care under RN or licensed provider supervision, with opportunities to participate in education about medication adherence

Qualifications

Graduate of an approved nursing program with a current state license.
Experience in behavioral health or addiction treatment preferred.
Knowledge of CPR and First Aid.
Ability to document and report changes promptly.

Responsabilités

Provide direct nursing care in a behavioral health setting.
Administer medications per protocol and document MAR.
Collaborate with RNs, physicians, and interdisciplinary team.
Maintain compliant clinical documentation.

Connaissances

Compassionate patient care

Vital signs assessment

Medication administration

Documentation accuracy

Formation

Nursing degree

LPN/LVN licensed

CPI certification

BLS/CPR First Aid

Serv Safe certification

Description du poste

The LVN/LPN provides compassionate, patient-centered nursing care to individuals experiencing addiction, eating disorders, and co-occurring mental health conditions. Working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or licensed provider, the LVN/LPN supports safe medication administration, monitors patient health status, and contributes to a collaborative, multidisciplinary treatment environment. This role is essential in promoting patient safety, dignity, and recovery across the continuum of care.

Essential Job Functions:

Patient Care & Clinical Support

Provide direct nursing care to a diverse behavioral health population, fostering a safe, therapeutic, and recovery-oriented environment.

Support patient assessments by collecting relevant clinical data within LVN/LPN scope of practice.

Perform vital signs, basic assessments, and approved procedures to monitor patient health and inform care planning.

Observe, document, and promptly report changes in mental status, physical condition, or safety risks.

Respond appropriately to emergencies and elevate concerns to licensed providers as needed.

Medication Administration & Management

Administer medications as prescribed, including PRNs, in accordance with scope of practice and organizational policy.

Document medication administration, patient response, and effectiveness within required timelines.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date Medication Administration Records (MAR).

Perform medication counts, reconciliation, and auditing processes to ensure compliance and safety.

Enter medication orders into the electronic medical record (as directed) with accuracy and timeliness.

Verify and secure medications brought in by patients, families, or providers in accordance with policy.

Collaboration & Patient Education

Collaborate with Registered Nurses, physicians, psychiatrists, and interdisciplinary team members to support coordinated care.

Communicate key updates, including new admissions and changes in patient status, to appropriate team members.

Reinforce patient education related to medication adherence and safe medication use within LVN/LPN scope.

Documentation & Compliance

Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation using approved terminology and standards.

Document incidents, medication errors, and safety concerns in alignment with organizational protocols.

Adhere to all state, federal, and organizational regulations, including privacy and confidentiality requirements.

Follow all policies, procedures, and compliance standards, including the Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Policy.

Professional Practice

Deliver care using the nursing process (data collection, planning, implementation, evaluation) under RN or provider supervision.

Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and accountability in all aspects of the role.

Maintain current knowledge of applicable regulations, best practices, and clinical standards.

Participate in required trainings, competency validations, and ongoing professional development.

Support program needs and perform additional duties as assigned.

Residential Treatment Only:

Provides transportation services including patient transportation/supervision, medical appointments, etc. (must be pre-qualified to drive a company vehicle)

Substance and Mental Health Use Disorder Division:

Monitoring of CIWA/COW scores for patients on detoxification protocols.

Knowledge of detoxification medication, withdrawal symptoms, and medical complications that can occur in detox.

Provide assistance to Utilization Review in communicating pertinent nursing information

Eating Disorder Division:

Sits with patients for a minimum of one meal or snack per week but as needed to cover the program schedule

Will work during meal periods to provide supervision and support to patients.

Must refrain from comments and actions that directly contradict the CFD Clinical Model and Dietary CARE model.

Full adherence to the Center for Discovery policies and procedures.

Maintains NG Tube and administration of bolus feeds, where applicable

Knowledge, Education, Experience:

Must be a graduate of an approved nursing program with a current licensure from an appropriate state licensing board in good standing.

Preferred: Experience as a staff nurse, preferably in the field of chemical dependency and/or behavioral health.

Knowledge of industry standards: organization, theory, principles, and research processes, accreditation and regulatory standards, ability to assess clinical care requirements based on nursing principles, scope of practice.