Psych LVN, Per Diem Shifts in Merced, CA

Our client in Merced, CA is seeking dedicated Psychiatric Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) to provide care in a short-term, 16-bed recovery-based program for adults experiencing serious psychotic episodes or intense emotional distress. This facility offers an alternative to hospitalization or incarceration in a home-like setting.

Position Details:

• Pay: $32 per hour. 
• Location: Merced, CA
• Assignment Length: 13 week temp 
• Schedule Availability: 12 hour shifts. AM and PM available
• There is opportunity for consistent 3 shifts per week.
• There is also an opportunity for Per Diem/On Call if you’re looking to pick up shifts on your days off from your other jobs. 

Job Duties:

• Observe and document clients’ physical or mental conditions, reporting to the Program Manager and attending physician or nurse practitioner.
• Order, prepare, administer, and document medication as per physicians’ or nurse practitioners’ orders.
• Maintain accurate nursing documentation in medical records for each shift.
• Communicate pertinent information verbally and in writing to all team members.
• Assist in crisis intervention and provide support in problem resolution, including the use of Pro-ACT techniques.
• Use Pro-ACT to manage assaultive or volatile clients appropriately.
• Respond to company communications via email, telephone, or other modes within a reasonable timeframe.
• Regularly log into company information sharing sites to stay updated on policy changes, procedures, and events.

Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited school of licensed vocational nursing.
• At least one year of nursing experience, preferably in treating the mentally ill in an inpatient setting (clinical nursing school rotations may be substituted for part of the work experience).
• Valid California LVN or LPT license.