Staff Nurse (Full-Time)

New Dawn Treatment Center; California; On-site; USD 56,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

New Dawn Treatment Center in Sacramento, CA seeks a compassionate LVN/LPT to join as Staff Nurse. The role focuses on delivering high-quality inpatient nursing care and supporting clinical excellence within a team-oriented environment.

The position requires an active California LVN or LPT license, plus experience with substance use disorder clients is preferred. You will administer medications, assess patients, document accurately, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Current LVN or LPT license in California.
• Experience with substance use disorder clients preferred.
• Strong skills in patient assessment and basic life support.
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems for documentation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Experience with trauma care or mental health preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to clients in inpatient settings.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments to develop individualized care plans.
• Administer medications and monitor patient responses.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Maintain accurate medical documentation and adhere to HIPAA regulations.
• Respond effectively to emergency situations as needed.
• Assist in supervising Recovery Advocates.
• Complete chart audits.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and training.

Skills

Nursing licensure

SUD patient care

Patient assessment

Basic life support

EMR/EHR documentation

Communication skills

Team collaboration

trauma/mental health experience

Job description

Shift

Monday-Friday

2:00pm-10:30pm

Company Overview

New Dawn Treatment Center has been a cornerstone of mental health and substance abuse treatment in Sacramento, CA for over 30 years. We are dedicated to providing evidence-based treatment with a person-centered approach, ensuring that every client experiences transformative care.

Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled LVN/LPT to join our team at New Dawn Treatment Center. This role is vital in delivering high-quality patient care and supporting our mission of clinical excellence. As a Staff Nurse, you will play an essential role in enhancing the lives of our clients through dedicated nursing practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to clients in inpatient settings.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments to develop individualized care plans.
• Administer medications and monitor patient responses.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Maintain accurate medical documentation and adhere to HIPAA regulations.
• Respond effectively to emergency situations as needed.
• Assists in supervising Recovery Advocates.
• Complete chart audits.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and training.

Qualifications

• Current LVN or LPT license in the state of California.
• Proven experience with substance use disorder clients preferred.
• Strong skills in patient assessment and basic life support.
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems for effective documentation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.
• Experience with trauma care or mental health preferred but not required.