• icensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Psychiatric Clinic

• Location:

• El Cajon, CA (Home Base Clinic)

• Additional Locations:

• May float occasionally to Fashion Valley and Chula Vista clinics

• Contract Length:

• 13 Weeks (Extension Possible)

• Schedule:

• Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturday rotation (approximately every few weeks)

• Shift:

• AM Shift, 5:15 AM to 1:45 PM

• Hours:

• 40 Hours per Week

• Pay Rate:

• $42
• Position Overview
• We are seeking a compassionate and adaptable
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• to join a fast-paced behavioral health and substance use treatment clinic in the San Diego area.

The primary work location is El Cajon, with occasional coverage at nearby clinic locations as needed. This role supports patients receiving medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for substance use disorders. The environment is high-volume, with back-to-back patient interactions, and requires an LPN who is comfortable working with patients who may occasionally present with behavioral health challenges or escalated situations.

• Key Responsibilities
• + Administer medications under established clinical protocols.

+ Provide safe and compassionate nursing care to patients receiving substance use treatment services. + Monitor patient conditions and report changes to the clinical team. + Support patient intake, assessment, and ongoing care coordination. + Utilize de-escalation techniques when necessary. + Maintain accurate documentation and comply with regulatory standards. + Collaborate with providers and multidisciplinary care teams to ensure quality patient outcomes.

• Qualifications

• Required:

• + Active
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• license in the state of practice. + Current
• BLS certification
• . + Current physical examination meeting contract requirements. + Current
• TB test or chest X-ray
• . + Successful completion of required screening tests. + Ability to communicate effectively and participate in verbal and physical de-escalation interventions. + Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume clinical environment.

• Preferred:

• + At least
• 1 year of psychiatric, behavioral health, acute care, or related clinical experience
• as an LPN. + Experience working with substance use treatment populations. + Strong interpersonal and patient engagement skills.
• Assignment Details
• + •

Start Date:

• August 31, 2026 +

• Client Interview Required:

• Yes +

• Interview Format:

• In-person interview at the El Cajon clinic +

• Charting System:

• None specified +

• On-Call Requirement:

• None +

• Weekend Requirement:

• Occasional Saturday rotation
• Why Apply?
• + Monday through Friday schedule with early shift hours. + Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in behavioral health and substance use recovery. + Potential contract extension. + Work alongside an experienced and mission-driven clinical team.
• Apply today with an updated resume highlighting psychiatric, behavioral health, hospital, clinic, or substance use treatment experience.
• Candidates with 6 months to 1 year of relevant experience are encouraged to apply.

? The Psychiatric or Mental/Behavioral Health LPN is responsible and accountable for the application of the nursing process and the delivery of patient care in the psychiatric unit of a hospital, mental health/behavioral health hospital, or they can be responsible for care in community settings. The LPN must demonstrate the ability to make clinical judgments in an effective and efficient manner with the supervision of a Registered Nurse and in collaboration with the care team.

• Minimum Requirements:

• + Current LPN license in state of assignment + 1 year experience in a psychiatric care setting preferred + Current CPR if applicable + TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable + Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation) + Must meet all federal, state and local requirements + Must be at least 18 years of age
• Benefits
• At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance + 401(k) savings plan + Awards and recognition programs
• Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
• About Amergis
• Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988.

We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• Job Category:

• Nursing

• Job Function:

• Nursing | LPN | LPN - Psychiatric

• Job Type:

• Contract - Full Time

• Setting:

• Healthcare Facilities

• Position Type:

• Healthcare

• Office Number:

• 0671

• Contract Duration:

• 13 •

Pay Rate:

• $1680 / Week

• Date Posted:

• 2026-08-19T18:59:49