LVN | LPT

Crestwood Behavioral Health Inc.; Eureka (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Vacation

Sick leave buy back

401(k)

Job summary

Crestwood Eureka is hiring Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) to deliver direct nursing care under physician orders and support the care team. The role includes supervising aides and coordinating activities on the unit.

Full-time NOC shift (Friday–Sunday) with 12-hour shifts, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits. California licensure and CPR/First Aid are required, with preferred mental health nursing experience.

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 according to physicians' orders and applicable care standards.
• Give direction to non-licensed personnel in delivering client care and operating the unit.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Supervision

Team coordination

Mental health experience

CPR & First Aid

Education

California LVN/LPT license

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
• Sick Leave Buy Back
• 401(k) Retirement
• 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:

$37 - $37 USD

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Did you know that at Crestwood you can gain experience at one of California’sleading 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.

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