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Neurish Wellness
Per Diem-Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)/Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT)
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What they do
A Mental Health or Psychiatric Technician cares for patients with mental illnesses. Works under the direction of a physician and works with specialists involved in mental health care, such as psychiatrists and therapists. Monitors patient symptoms and administers medications. Works in a mental health facility or in a hospital or other healthcare facility.
$45,827 / year median in California
+22% projected growth
Job Description
Per Diem-Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)/Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) Neurish Wellness - 2.0 Newport Beach, CA Job Details PRN | Per diem $35 - $38 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Employee assistance program Professional development assistance Qualifications CPR Certification Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook RN License BLS Certification Word embeddings Substance abuse treatment center experience Assisting with ADLs High school diploma or GED Mental health facility experience First Aid Certification Addiction medicine Substance abuse Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders Editing Full Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
Reporting primarily to the Nursing Manager, The LVN/LPT provides care in a caring, safe, and efficient manner according to program standards, procedures and individualized treatment plans. The staff in this position plays a paramount role in the delivery of healthcare services with the team at Neurish Wellness. This position oversees client medications via med-monitoring, evaluations, and assessments. Neurish Wellness operates a series of evidence-based treatment centers for adults struggling with mental health diagnosis & co-occurring issues. At Neurish Wellness, we offer clinically sophisticated mental health treatment for patients suffering from mental illness in order to restore & change the quality of their lives. This nursing staff will partner with the Director of Nursing and Executive Director to establish and maintain a therapeutic environment and routine for our residents.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
The Behavioral Health Nurse provides care in a caring, safe and efficient manner according to program standards, procedures and individualized resident care plans.- Follow Physician's instructions on medication management protocol and procedures.
Qualifications/Job Requirements:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/other abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.- High School Diploma required, Bachelor's Degree preferred.
- Current
LVN/LPT/RN
license in State of operations required.- CPR and First Aid Certified.
- Previous experience in Primary Mental Health/Chemical Dependency treatment environment required.
- Demonstrated knowledge of DSS, DHCS, and TJC (JCAHO) accreditation regulations (preferred): Social Rehabilitation Programs, Transitional Residential Programs, & Crisis Stabilization Facilities.
- Knowledge of basic principles, practices and techniques of mental health and drug and alcohol intervention.
- Knowledge of medications effects, indications, and contraindications.
- Ability to read and interpret written information; write clearly and informatively; edit work for spelling and grammar. Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens well; responds well to questions; & demonstrates appropriate group presentation skills.
- Flexibility is a must-need to be willing to work weekends, evenings, and NOC shifts. Not excluding holidays
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Must pass FBI/DOJ Livescan Background check.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Neurish Wellness is committed to principles of equal opportunities for all employees. The Company will provide reasonable accommodation that is necessary to comply with State and Federal disability discrimination laws.- Ability to sit, use hands and fingers, talk or hear, and smell continually. Ability to stand, walk, and reach frequently. Ability to climb or balance, stoop, or kneel.
- Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 10 lbs.