LVN, LPN​/LVN, Mental Health Nurse

Job Details:

Job Location:

DANA POINT, CA 92629, Position Type:
Full Time, Salary Range: $34.00 - $40.00 Hourly, Job Shift: Day, Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) / Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) | Orange County

Alter Behavioral Health is an adult mental health treatment provider with a network of upscale inpatient residential facilities in Orange County and San Diego.

12-Hour Shift: Day Shift 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM

Schedule:

Thursday – Saturday + every other Wednesday (3/4 alternating schedule)

Competitive Compensation: $34.00 – $40.00/hour (DOE)

Location:

You will be assigned to one of our Orange County residential facilities located in Dana Point, San Juan Capistrano, Capistrano Beach, or Irvine.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution
• 401(k) with employer match up to 6%
• PTO & CA Paid Sick Leave
• Gym membership/wellness reimbursement (up to $50/month)
• Ongoing training and growth opportunities

Provide Compassionate Care. Make a Difference Every Day.

At Alter Behavioral Health, every shift matters. As an LVN or LPT, you play a vital role in ensuring the safety, stability, and overall well-being of the clients entrusted to our care.

This role goes beyond clinical tasks — it’s about delivering compassionate, attentive care while supporting clients through their mental health and recovery journey.

• Administer, dispense, and document medications in accordance with physician orders
• Monitor for side effects and ensure safe medication practices

• Observe and assess clients’ physical and mental health status
• Monitor vital signs and respond promptly to changes in condition
• Work closely with physicians, therapists, and residential staff
• Ensure continuity of care through clear communication and teamwork

• Build rapport with clients and provide a supportive, therapeutic presence
• Address health-related questions and reinforce treatment goals
• Educate clients on medications, wellness practices, and self-care strategies

• Respond to medical and psychiatric emergencies with appropriate clinical judgment
• Utilize de-escalation techniques and coordinate with clinical staff as needed

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in EMR systems
• Complete nursing notes, assessments, and reports in accordance with regulatory standards
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and quality improvement initiatives

• Compassionate, attentive, and client-centered
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to respond in high-pressure situations
• Effective communicator and collaborative team member
• Comfortable working in a residential behavioral health setting
• Committed to ethical, safe, and high-quality care

• Experience in behavioral health, residential treatment, or substance use disorder settings
• Familiarity with trauma-informed care practices
• Experience with EMR systems
• Experience working within multidisciplinary teams

• High School Diploma required;
  Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Current LVN or LPT license in California (active and in good standing)
• Knowledge of medication administration and mental health care practices
• Ability to safely and effectively interact with clients experiencing psychiatric symptoms

• Valid California Driver’s License required
• CPR & First Aid certification required (or ability to obtain prior to start)
• Must pass Live Scan fingerprint clearance
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

• Frequent walking, standing, and movement throughout residential facilities
• Ability to navigate multi-level homes, including…