Licensed Vocational Nurse; LVN

Job Description

Job Title:
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Location: Berkeley, CA 94702
Setting: Methadone Clinic
Job Type: Per Diem
Pay: $33-$35 per hour

Job Summary

We are seeking a reliable and professional Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) for a per diem/on-call opportunity at a methadone clinic in Berkeley, CA. This position is ideal for an LVN looking for flexible weekend work with guaranteed on-call pay.

The selected LVN will be scheduled to be on-call for one hour per day on Saturdays and Sundays only. The LVN will be paid $34-35 per hour for the on-call hour, regardless of whether they are called in. If called in during that on-call window, the LVN will be expected to report to the clinic and work a full shift of approximately 8 hours, paid at the same hourly rate.

There may also be additional per diem shift opportunities based on clinic needs and at the discretion of the Director of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Be available and responsive during the scheduled weekend on-call hour
• Report to the clinic if called in during the on-call window
• Provide LVN-level nursing support in a methadone clinic setting
• Assist with medication-related procedures in accordance with facility policies and applicable regulations
• Monitor clients and report any concerns to appropriate clinical or nursing leadership
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation
• Follow all clinic protocols, safety procedures, and confidentiality standards
• Communicate professionally with the Director of Nursing and facility team
• Support additional per diem coverage needs when available and approved by nursing leadership

Requirements

• Active and unrestricted California LVN license
• Prior experience in substance use disorder treatment, methadone clinics, detox, residential treatment, behavioral health, or medication-assisted treatment preferred
• Must be dependable, responsive, and able to report to the Berkeley clinic if called in
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Ability to work professionally with individuals receiving substance use treatment services
• Weekend availability required for Saturday and Sunday on-call coverage

Schedule

• Per diem/on-call
• Saturday and Sunday
• On-call for one hour per day
• If called in, must be available to work approximately 8 hours
• Additional per diem shifts may be available based on facility needs and at the discretion of the Director of Nursing

Compensation

• $34-35 per hour
• Paid for the scheduled on-call hour regardless of whether called in
• If called in, the full shift will be paid at the same hourly rate

About the Opportunity

This is a great opportunity for an LVN seeking flexible weekend work in a clinical setting supporting individuals receiving medication-assisted treatment. The ideal candidate will be dependable, professional, and comfortable working in a substance use treatment environment.