Nurse - LVN

Kids for the Future; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Casa Pacifica in Oceanside, CA seeks an LVN to join our behavioral health team on a per diem, on-site basis. You will assess clients’ mental and physical health, develop treatment plans, and coordinate care with psychiatrists and other health professionals.

Responsibilities include medication management, documentation, and collaboration with external providers to ensure continuity of care. A California LVN/LPT license and BLS certification are required, with preference for psychiatric/mental

Qualifications

• Current California LVN/LPT license required and must be kept current during employment
• BLS certification required and must be kept current throughout employment
• Previous experience working with a mental health population strongly preferred
• Ability to physically and mentally assist in emergency situations; thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to pass criminal/background clearance

Responsibilities

• Consult with psychiatrist and other health professionals and manage medications
• Coordinate care with outside providers to assist in a long-term plan for obtaining medications and maintaining care
• Safely store and handle medications and ensure proper documentation is completed
• Provide medication support services to ensure optimal outcomes for clients

Education

California LVN/LPT license

BLS certification

Job description

• Location 321 Cassidy Street,Oceanside, CA, 92054,United States
• Base Pay $38.46 - $38.85 / Hour
• Job Category Nurses

Hours

Per Diem. Must be available to work 2 shifts per month. Shifts may include days (8:0 am to 4:30 pm) or evenings (3:30 pm to Midnight) – weekdays and/or weekends. This is an on-site position and requires in-person attendance to perform the essential functions of the job.

As a Nurse – LVN

you will be part of a team that assesses client’s mental and physical health and develops treatment plans.

• Consult with psychiatrist and other health professionals as well as manage medications.
• Coordinate care with outside providers to assist in a long-term plan for obtaining medications and maintain care in the community for both mental and physical health.
• Safely store and handle medications and ensure the proper documentation is completed.
• Provide medication support services, which ensure optimal outcomes for your clients.

Bring your nursing skills and dedication to helping others to make a differencein the lives of the people we serve!

Casa Pacifica is a transitional residential program that assists people with chronic mental illness and dual diagnosis to move towards recovery and independent living. It is a Full-Service Partnership and offers clients mental health services including psychiatric care, assistance with medication management, individual and group therapy, vocational assistance, case management, and peer support.

The residential component of the program is 6 to 9 months long and graduates can participate in an alumni program that will assist in their transition to a more independent lifestyle.

CRF Behavioral Health Nurses are client-centered, compassionate, dedicated team members who make a difference in the lives of the people they serve. They embrace the opportunity to work side-by-side with their clients, helping to make lasting changes that will improve quality of life, health, and wellness. They are committed to providing excellence in psychiatric nursing care.

Licensure

Current California LVN/LPT license required and must be kept current and in good standing during employment

Certification

BLS certification required and must be kept current throughout employment

Credentialing

If you are applying to this position as a Licensed, Registered, Waivered, or Certified professional and are offered the position, you will be required to complete the credentialing process. Additional information will be provided at the post-offer stage.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Previous experience working with a mental health population, especially with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness and co-occurring disorders is strongly preferred
• Ability to physically and mentally assist in emergency situations is required
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment is essential
• Ability to pass criminal/background clearance

Summary

Under the direction of the Nurse Coordinator delivers behavioral health nursing care. Ensures health care needs of clients are addressed using the nursing process and according to CRF Policies and Procedures. Assists clients in accessing community medical and psychiatric resources to achieve optimal level of health and functioning in the community.

Residential programs are required to be operational 24 hours a day, 365 days per year including all CRF recognized holidays. Given this requirement, employees are expected to work on all CRF recognized holidays depending on staffing needs.