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Overnight Nurse (LVN, LPT) | San Diego 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: NOC 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM3 / 4 Alternating

Schedule:

Thursday–Saturday + every other Wednesday Competitive Compensation: $35.50 – $40.50/hour (LVN/LPT)

Location:

You will be assigned to San Diego with option to pick up shifts in Orange County residential facilities located in Dana Point, San Juan Capistrano, Capistrano Beach, or Irvine.

Comprehensive Benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution | 401(k) with employer match up to 6% after 90 days of employment | Gym membership/wellness reimbursement (up to $50/month) | PTO & CA Paid Sick Leave | Ongoing training and growth opportunities

Make a Difference At Alter Behavioral Health, every shift matters. As an Overnight Nurse (LVN, LPT), you play a critical role in ensuring the safety, medical stability, and recovery journey of the clients entrusted to our care.

This is more than clinical care — it’s being a calm, skilled, and compassionate presence during the overnight hours when clients need support the most.

What You’ll Do Medication Management Administer, dispense, and document medications in accordance with physician orders and facility protocols

Monitor for side effects and report concerns promptly

Client Monitoring & Care Observe client physical and mental health status throughout the shift

Obtain and document vital signs as required

Respond promptly to changes in condition or medical needs

Client Support & Engagement Provide therapeutic support and build rapport with clients

Answer health-related questions and reinforce treatment goals

Maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment

Crisis Intervention Respond effectively to medical or psychiatric emergencies

Utilize de-escalation techniques and provide immediate care as needed

Collaborate with clinical leadership during escalations

Documentation & Communication Maintain accurate and timely documentation in EMR systems

Communicate observations and concerns to clinical and leadership teams

Ensure continuity of care through clear shift reporting

Collaboration & Program Support Work closely with physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary teams

Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and quality improvement initiatives

Support overall program operations and client care standards

What We’re Looking For Compassionate, attentive, and client-centered

Able to remain alert and engaged during a 12-hour overnight shift

Calm under pressure with strong clinical judgment

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Comfortable working in a residential behavioral health setting

Preferred Qualifications 1+ year experience in behavioral health or residential treatment settings

Overnight nursing or healthcare experience

Knowledge of trauma-informed care practices

Crisis prevention/intervention certification (CPI, PMAB, HWC, or equivalent)
EMR experience

Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma required. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Current California LVN or LPT license in good standing (no board actions)
Prior experience in behavioral health, psychiatric, or substance use treatment preferred

Knowledge of medication administration, mental health conditions, and recovery principles

Requirements

Valid California Driver’s License required

Ability to reliably work the assigned overnight schedule with consistent attendance and punctuality CPR & First Aid certification required

Must pass Live Scan fingerprint clearance

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Physical Requirements Frequent walking, standing, and client monitoring

Ability to remain alert throughout overnight shifts

Ability…