The Psychiatric or Mental/Behavioral Health LPN is responsible and accountable for the application of the nursing process and the delivery of patient care in the psychiatric unit of a hospital, mental health/behavioral health hospital, or they can be responsible for care in community settings.
The LPN must demonstrate the ability to make clinical judgments in an effective and efficient manner with the supervision of a Registered Nurse and in collaboration with the care team.
Position Highlights
Location: Redwood City, CA
Setting: Locked 16-bed psychiatric facility
Start Window: September
Contract Length: 13 weeks, with extensions available based on performance
Schedule: Variable – On-call availability required
Shift: NOC 11pm–7:30am
Rate: $42/hour
Minimum Requirements:
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Active LPN license in CA
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At least 1 year of psychiatric care experience
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Current CPR certification
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Current BLS Certification
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TB screening (questionnaire, PPD, or chest x-ray, as applicable)
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Valid health certificate (per contract or state rules)
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Must meet all federal, state, and local regulations
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DHCS Clearance preferred
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Minimum age: 18
- Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) savings plan
- Awards and recognition programs