Staff Nurse (Full-Time)

New Dawn Treatment Centers; California (MO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

New Dawn Treatment Center in Sacramento, CA is seeking a compassionate LVN/LPT to join our inpatient team. This role delivers high-quality nursing care and supports our mission of evidence-based, person-centered treatment.

You will perform patient assessments, administer medications, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize outcomes, while maintaining HIPAA-compliant documentation. On-call shifts may be required; you will participate in ongoing training and chart audits to

Qualifications

• Current LVN or LPT license in California.
• Proven experience with substance use disorder clients preferred.
• Strong skills in patient assessment and basic life support.
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems for documentation.

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.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Basic life support

Patient communication

Team collaboration

HIPAA knowledge

Education

California LVN/LPT license

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

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.