LVN | LPT

Crestwood Behavioral Health, Inc.; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Life Insurance

Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Sick Leave Buy Back

401(k) Retirement

Scholarship Program

Education Loan Assistance Program

Qualifying Supervision for BBS<br/>Ass

Competitive Pay

Paid Holidays

Service Awards

Jury Duty Pay

Job summary

Crestwood Behavioral Health, Inc. seeks a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) in California to provide direct nursing care under physician orders, within the scope of practice, and to supervise non-licensed staff on the unit.

This part-time, on-call role requires weekend availability and offers comprehensive benefits, competitive pay, and growth opportunities within a leading behavioral health provider.

Qualifications

• Current licensure in California as an LVN or LPT.
• Knowledge of general nursing theory and practice.
• Ability to supervise.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other staff members.
• Previous experience in mental health nursing preferred.
• Current CPR and first aid certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to clients per physicians’ orders and applicable standards.
• Direct non-licensed personnel in delivering client care and operating the unit.

Skills

CA LVN/LPT license

Nursing theory & practice

Supervision

Team collaboration

MH nursing experience

CPR / First aid

Job description

Are you looking for a meaningful role in behavioral health and have the desire to work with an organization that puts people first? If you have a passion for helping others along their recovery journey, then we invite you to join our Crestwood family!

For more than 50+ years Crestwood has been committed to creating innovative recovery programs and developing compassionate communities that support each client in their journey. Our model of care focuses on a personal and self-directed process that empowers the people we serve and helps them to develop the skills to thrive!

Title:

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) | Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT)

Job Duties:

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) provides direct nursing care to the clients according to physicians’ orders and applicable client care standards, within their scope of practice. The nurse will provide direction to non-licensed personnel in providing direct client care and operating the unit.

Schedule:

• Part-Time & On-Call: AM/PM/NOC (Must be available weekends)

Qualifications:

• Current licensure in California as an LVN or LPT.
• Knowledge of general nursing theory and practice.
• Ability to supervise.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other staff members.
• Previous experience in mental health nursing preferred.
• Current CPR and first aid certifications.

Crestwood Offers Comprehensive Benefits Packages to Full-Time Employees Including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Vacation
• Paid Sick Leave
• Sick Leave Buy Back
• 401(k) Retirement
• Scholarship Program
• Education Loan Assistance Program
• Qualifying Supervision for BBS Associates
• Competitive Pay
• Paid Holidays
• Service Awards
• Jury Duty Pay

About the Campus:

Crestwood’s Sonoma County Healing Center provides an alternative to traditional psychiatric care through collaboration, empowerment, a healing environment, peer providers, family partners, and a recovery-oriented milieu. Our PHF program provides the structure and support needed to promote stabilization and foster recovery. Our goals are to restore a sense of hope, self-empowerment, and realize the potential of recovery in each of our clients and to provide a transition plan to enable a successful return to their community.

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Pay Range:: $30 USD - $34.78 USD

It’s About Growth! Our employees are our most valuable assets.

Did you know that at Crestwood you can gain experience at one of California’s leading behavioral health service providers? We deliver industry leading education and training that allows our team members to succeed and continue to grow their careers with Crestwood.

Check out our Career Page to learn more about being a part of the Crestwood Family and the benefits available. https://workatcrestwood.com/

Crestwood is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion, equity, and diversity. We embrace all differences and are fully committed to fostering a sense of belonging for everyone. Employment and advancement opportunities are extended to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to ability during the application or recruiting process, please talk with your hiring contact/recruiter or send a request to [e-mail].

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