LVN | LPT

Crestwood Behavioral Health, Inc.; Eureka (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Life Insurance

Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

401(k) Retirement

Education Loan Assistance

Scholarship Program

Competitive Pay

Jury Duty Pay

Job summary

Crestwood Behavioral Health, Inc. in Eureka, California, invites you to join our team as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT). This full-time position offers a Night shift (NOC) schedule Friday through Sunday, with 12-hour shifts, and direct nursing care to clients under physician orders.

We value compassionate care, teamwork, and a commitment to mental health. Eligible full-time employees receive medical, dental, vision coverage, life insurance, paid time

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

• The LVN/LPT provides direct nursing care according to physicians’ orders and standards within their scope of practice.
• Provides direction to non-licensed personnel in delivering client care and operating the unit.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Supervision

Team collaboration

Mental health nursing experience

CPR/First Aid certified

Education

Licensed LVN or LPT in CA

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:

• Full-Time: NOC (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. 12 hour shifts)

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:

All of Crestwood Eureka’s programs utilize a variety of recovery-based tools, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP), and foster recreational activities to help clients to reach their personal goals. We also have resources for clients to reach their personal dual recovery and spiritual goals.

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The salary range listed below represents the minimum and maximum base pay per hour at the time of posting. Final salary offered to the candidate selected for the position will be based on factors including but not limited to candidate's skills, experience, licensure, and program acuity.

Pay Range:: $32 USD - $35 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.

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.

We also take affirmative action to offer employment and advancement opportunities to all 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.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

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