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Evolve Treatment Centers
Nurse (LVN/LPT)
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What they do
A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
$66,078 / year median in California
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Nurse (LVN/LPT) Evolve Treatment Centers
- 2.8 Walnut Creek, CA Job Details Full-time $85,000
- $90,000 a year 11 hours ago Benefits Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Computer operation Computer skills First aid and CPR Full Job Description Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) / Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT)
- Adolescent Mental Health Walnut Creek & Lafayette, CA! Full-Time $85,000
- 90,000/year About Evolve Treatment Centers Evolve provides cutting-edge residential and outpatient treatment for teens (ages 12-17) struggling with mental health and substance use challenges.
Competitive pay:
$85,000-90,000 annually Health, dental, vision, 401k, PTO, sick leave, holidays Free on-site lunches prepared by our chefs Beautiful, supportive work environment Certified Great Place to Work employerEssential Functions:
Direct patient care and assessment; including the reporting of observed changes in mental status and/or physical condition, response to emergencies, and safety risks Completes documentation in an efficient and timely manner, including nursing assessments, transcription of M.D.s' phone orders Knowledge of medication administration records, vital sign monitoring Attendance and participation in terms of treatment planning and professional staff meetings Call in medications to pharmacy and pick up Provides in service training to technical staff on medications, documentation, and monitoring of vital signs Provides ongoing patient education on all aspects of medications and other health issues including hygiene Monitors supplies and reports needs to Facility Manager Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and educational support to patients and families Resolves patient problems and needs by utilizing multidisciplinary team strategies Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations; calling for assistance from health care support personnel Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures Maintains continuity among nurses by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs to weekend nurseKnowledge of:
Psychiatric medications and their side effects Basic first aid and life-saving skills Ability to: Speak with clients and parents in a compassionate and patient manner Maintain professional boundaries with clients and staff Assess emergency situations and delegate responsibilities to staff Work with a multi-disciplinary team Exercise independent judgment and leadership, analyze situations accurately and take effective action Make decisions and handle difficult situations with tact and professionalismRequirements:
Valid California Nursing License LVN/LPT CurrentCPR/ BLS
card Minimum of one year experience as a working nurse. Psych or chemical dependence background preferred Good communication skills and basic computer literacy Apply Today If you're a compassionate, motivated LVN or LPT ready to make a real difference in adolescent mental health care, we'd love to meet you! For information on Evolve's privacy practices, see the Evolve California Personnel Privacy Notice located at https://evolvetreatment.com/personnel-privacy-notice/ 2wAuSBk1KJBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance