Per Diem Psych LVN​/LPT

Job Title

Per Diem Psych LVN / LPT

Merced Crisis Residential Unit (Adult Inpatient Program)

$32.00 - $34.00 per hour

Merced, CA

Per Diem coverage for 12‑hour AM and/or NOC shifts (06:00–18:30 / 18:00–06:30). Coverage is as needed, based on facility needs and candidate availability. NOC shift includes a $2 differential.

• High School diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED, HiSET) required.
• Associate degree in nursing or social science field preferred.
• One (1) year nursing experience required, preferably treating mentally ill in an inpatient setting. Clinical nursing school rotations may substitute for part of experience.
• One (1) year medication administration experience preferred.
• Valid California LVN or LPT license required.

• Provide direct nursing care and supervise same provided by all nursing staff on the shift worked.
• Observe, document and report visually and audibly the physical or mental condition to the Program Manager and attending physician or nurse practitioner.
• Order, prepare, administer and document medication for clients according to physicians’ or nurse practitioners’ orders.
• Confirm delivery of all ordered medication from pharmacy on shift worked.
• Write a weekly summary on clients as assigned.
• Maintain nursing documentation in the medical record for shift worked.
• Prepare, present and coordinate or supervise a verbal or written change‑of‑shift report.

24/7 inpatient voluntary 16‑bed facility for adults ages 18‑59 offering rehabilitation/recovery services, including substance use rehabilitation services, pre‑vocational or vocational counseling, medication evaluation and support services.

Competitive compensation, ample vacation and holiday pay, employer‑paid medical, dental and vision coverage, voluntary benefits, on‑the‑job training and paid CEU opportunities, career development programs, and employee recognition.