Per Diem Psych LVN​/LPT

Position: Per Diem Psych LVN / LPT
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Job Title:

Per Diem Psych LVN / LPT Division/Program:
Merced Crisis Residential Unit (Adult Inpatient Program) Starting Compensation: 32.00 - 34.00 USD Per Hour Working

Location:

Merced, CA Working Hours/Shift: Per Diem coverage needed 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 the candidate's availability. NOC shift includes a $2 differential. Why Join Our Team?
* Competitive Compensation:
Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
* Generous Time Off:
Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.
* Comprehensive Benefits Package: *

Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
* Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
* Professional Growth Opportunities: *

• On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.
  * Career development programs designed to help you grow.
  * Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable). Employee Recognition & Rewards: A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication
  
  What you bring:
  
  * High School diploma or equivalent (e.g. GED, HiSET, etc.) required
  * Associate degree in nursing or social science field preferred.
  * One (1) year nursing experience required, preferably treating the mentally ill in an inpatient setting. (Clinical nursing school rotations may be substituted for a portion of work experience.)
  * One (1) year medication administration experience preferred.
  * Valid California LVN or LPT license required. How you will make a difference
  * Provides direct nursing care and supervises same provided by all nursing staff on the shift worked.
  * Visually and audibly observes, documents in writing, and reports orally or in writing the physical or mental condition to the Program Manager and the attending physician or nurse practitioner.
  * Orders, prepares, administers, and documents the administration of medication for clients according to physicians' or nurse practitioners' orders. Confirms delivery of all ordered medication from pharmacy on shift worked.
  * Responsible for writing a weekly summary on clients as assigned.
  * Monitors and maintains appropriate nursing documentation in the medical record for shift worked.
  * Prepares, presents, and coordinates or supervises a verbal or written change of shift report. Division/Program Overview:
  * 24/7 inpatient voluntary program
  * 16-bed facility for adults (ages 18-59)
  * Rehabilitation/recovery services, including substance use rehabilitation services
  * Pre-vocational or vocational counseling
  * Medication evaluation and support services Learn more about SBHG at:  For Additional Information: