LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE (SAFETY)

Licensed Vocational Nurse (Safety) Department of State Hospitals

JC-523083

• Licensed Vocational Nurse (Safety)

LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE

(SAFETY) $5,082.00

• $6,361.

00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date:

7/15/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties The Licensed Vocational Nurse (Safety) will be directed by the Unit Supervisor, Supervising Registered Nurse, and lead by a Senior Psychiatric Technician/Registered Nurse Lead or Alternate Shift Lead on the assigned Program/Unit at the Department of State Hospitals

• Atascadero (ASH).

The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties but not limited to: Helps to create a clean, safe and therapeutic environment for patients; apply mental health principles and relationship security with patients; supervise patient activities May perform nursing procedures such as administering medications by any route except intravenous and intrathecal (with the exception of starting IVs) Observe patients physical condition and behavior and report significant changes to the assigned supervisor, registered nurse, or physician and record nursing notes in the patients' record CPR, and following infection control procedures Perform custody tasks including supervision of patient activities Search for drugs, contraband, weapons and inspect facilities to identify security breaches that could lead to the escape of a patient Observe and intervene in patient behavior that may injure people, damage property, or signal impending escape attempts Apply and demonstrate knowledge of Trauma Informed Care (TIC) and correct methods in the application of TSI, which includes patient stabilization, heavy lifting, applying restraints, and responding to emergency situations throughout the hospital

Eligibility:

To be considered for this career opportunity, applicants must have eligibility by way of one of the following: reachable on a certification list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. It is your responsibility to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications specified in the examination bulletin/classification specifications. If you do not have eligibility, you must take the exam. The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy. Click here to take the Licensed Vocational Nurse (Safety) Examination Click on the link to complete the

Department of State Hospitals Recruitment Survey:

DSH Recruitment Survey You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions This position requires you to work within the Secured Treatment Area (STA). There are multiple vacancies for this classification. Positions filled may be assigned to any shift and any unit according to hospital need. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE

(SAFETY) Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Position Details Job Code #:

JC-523083

Position #(s): 455-000-8274-XXX

Working Title:

Licensed Vocational Nurse (Safety)

Classification:

LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE

(SAFETY) $5,082.00

• $6,361.

00 T New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of

Positions:

2

Work Location:

San Luis Obispo County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Facility:

DSH

• Atascadero Department Information The Department of State Hospitals
• Atascadero is a secure public sector hospital providing inpatient forensic services for mentally ill adult males who are court committed throughout the State of California. Located on the central coast of California, the Department of State Hospitals
• Atascadero is in the vicinity of destination locations such as San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles, and Morro Bay, with easy access to beautiful beaches, serene natural settings, and many historical landmarks.

We invite you to join our professional and talented workforce.

Department Website:

https://www.dsh.ca.gov/Atascadero Special Requirements The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired. The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired. The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired. The position(s) require(s) a(n) CA Vocational Nurse License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired. All Employment Applications must include: "to" and "from" dates (month/day/year); time base; and civil service class titles (if applicable). Employment Applications received without this information will be rejected. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed Employment Application (STD. 678). Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date:

7/15/2026