LVN/LPT ON CALL-Crisis Residential, Merced

Company: Stars Behavioral Health Group
Location: Merced
Posted on: January 9, 2021

Job Description:

LVN/LPT ON CALL-Crisis Residential, MercedMerced, CA, USA Req #397 Monday, December 21, 2020Named one of the best places to work in California!We are committed to providing a challenging, career-enhancing environment for dedicated professionals desiring to make a difference in the lives of young people and their families. Stars Behavioral Health Group (SBHG) currently employs approximately 1,500 people at 37 different sites throughout California in Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Riverside, Fresno, Central Valley, Stanislaus, Santa Clara, Alameda, and Sacramento counties. We serve more than 25,000 children, youth and families annually throughout the state.Our experienced staff of Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Social Workers, Mental Health Specialists, Parent Partners and other therapists/counselors provide case management, mental health care and a range of support services in schools, homes or other community settings. Our dedicated teams work collaboratively and in partnership with family members, school administrators and faculty, county social workers, case managers, probation officers and other agencies.JOB SUMMARY: The LVN / LPT provides direct client care including medications, and supervises nursing activities performed by professional and para-professional nursing personnel on the unit.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducationGraduation from an accredited school of licensed vocational nursing or psychiatric technology required.Associate's degree, preferred.ExperienceOne (1) year service experience treating the mentally ill in an inpatient setting.One (1) year medication administration experience required.License or CertificationValid California LVN or LPT license.Current CPR certification.Physical RequirementsAbility to visually and audibly assess client's behavior and needs.Ability to stand for long periods of time preparing and administering medications.POTENTIAL JOB HAZARDSAssaultive clientsBlood and Body Fluid Contact (Category I)SAFETY PRECAUTIONS REQUIREDDemonstrated use of CSIDemonstrated use of Standard Precautions.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides direct nursing care and supervises same provided by all nursing staff the shift worked.
• Makes written or oral shift assignments and plans, organizes and directs the nursing activities of the unit, assuring quality care delivery.
• Visually and audibly observes, documents in writing and reports orally or in writing the physical or mental condition to the Registered Nurse in charge of the facility on the shift and the attending physician.
• Orders, prepares, administers and documents the administration of medication for clients according to physician's orders. Confirms delivery of all ordered medication from pharmacy on shift worked.
• Responsible for writing a weekly summary on clients as assigned.
• Monitors and maintains appropriate nursing documentation in the medical record for shift worked.
• Communicates pertinent information verbally and in writing to all team members.
• Prepares, presents and coordinates or supervises a verbal or written change of shift report.
• This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and employees will also perform other reasonably related duties as assigned.We offer:
  • MFTI and ACSW's receive supervision for BBS hours
  • Competitive compensation
  • Company paid benefits package including medical, dental and vision and many other voluntary benefits
  • Rewarding work environment with excellent opportunities for career growth
  • Excellent work/life balance including generous vacation and holiday pay
  • Meaningful relationships with your co-workers and the individuals we serve
  • Family-oriented environment
  • On the job training including paid CEU opportunities and career development
  • Flexible work schedule and environment
  • Mileage reimbursementOther details
    • Pay Type Hourly
    • Hiring Rate $24.70
    • Travel Required No
    • Required Education Certification
    • Job Start Date Monday, November 9, 2020

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