On Call Licensed Vocational Nurse

Stars Behavioral Health Group; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous time off

Comprehensive benefits

On-the-job training

Career development

Recognition & rewards

Job summary

Stars Behavioral Health Group in Fresno, CA is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Psychiatric Technician for per diem shifts. The role covers 6am–6:30pm or 6pm–6:30am rotations, with weekend coverage as needed, in a 24/7 inpatient program.

You will provide direct nursing care, monitor patient conditions, and document medications while coordinating with medical staff. A CA LVN/LPT license and nursing studio experience are required.

Qualifications

• One year of nursing experience is required, preferably treating individuals with mental illness in an inpatient setting.
• One year of medication administration experience is preferred.
• California LVN or LPT licensure is required per state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to clients and supervise nursing staff during the assigned shift to ensure safe, high-quality care.
• Plan, organize, and direct daily nursing activities by making shift assignments and monitoring service delivery.
• Administer and document medications in accordance with prescribed orders and verify receipt of all ordered medications from the pharmacy.
• Maintain accurate nursing documentation and ensure compliance with medical record and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Nursing experience

Medication administration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in nursing or social science

Job description

Partner with us in making a positive change!

Join a team where your work truly matters. We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare.

Job Title:

Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Psychiatric Technician

Division/Program:

Fresno Crisis Residential Treatment Facility

Starting Compensation:

32.00 - 34.00 USD Per Hour

Working Location:

Fresno, CA

Working Hours/Shift:

Per Diem coverage needed for Sunday Monday Tuesday AM: 6am to 630pm or NOC: 6pm to 630am

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive Compensation : Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
• Generous Time Off : Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.

Professional Growth Opportunities

• On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.
• Career development programs designed to help you grow.
• Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).

Employee Recognition & Rewards

A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication

What you bring to SBHG:

Licensure:

• A valid California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) license is required.

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED, HiSET) is required.
• An associate degree in nursing or a social science field is preferred.

Experience:

• One (1) year of nursing experience is required, preferably treating individuals with mental illness in an inpatient setting. (Clinical nursing school rotations may be substituted for a portion of this work experience).
• One (1) year of medication administration experience is preferred.

How you will make a difference

Provides direct nursing care to clients and supervises nursing staff during the assigned shift to ensure safe, high-quality care. Plans, organizes, and directs daily nursing activities by making shift assignments and monitoring service delivery. Observes, documents, and communicates changes in clients’ physical and mental conditions to the Program Manager and attending physician or nurse practitioner. Administers and documents medications in accordance with prescribed orders and verifies the receipt of all ordered medications from the pharmacy. Maintains accurate and timely nursing documentation, prepares weekly client summaries as assigned, and ensures compliance with medical record and regulatory requirements.

Division/Program Overview:

• Population Served: Serving adults, ages 18-59
• Facility & Setting: 24/7 inpatient voluntary program, 16-bed facility
• Clinical Services: Rehabilitation/recoveryservices,including substance use rehabilitation services
• Length of Stay: 30 day stay
• Skills & Services: Pre-vocational or vocational counseling and medication evaluation and support services.

Learn more about SBHG at : https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/

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