LVN | LPT

Fairfield, California, United States. Posted 8 days ago

The role

The Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Psychiatric Technician provides direct nursing care to clients according to physicians orders and care standards. The nurse provides direction to non-licensed personnel in providing direct client care and operating the unit.

What you will do

Provides direct nursing care to the clients according to physicians orders and applicable client care standards, within their scope of practice.
Provide direction to non-licensed personnel in providing direct client care and operating the unit.

Required qualifications

Current licensure in California as an LVN or LPT.
Knowledge of general nursing theory and practice.
Ability to supervise.
Ability to work cooperatively with other staff members.
Current CPR and first aid certifications.

Nice to have

Previous experience in mental health nursing preferred

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Life Insurance
Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Sick Leave Buy Back
401(k) Retirement
Scholarship Program
Education Loan Assistance Program
Qualifying Supervision for BBS Associates
Competitive Pay
Paid Holidays
Service Awards

Before you apply

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

About the company

Crestwood has been committed to creating innovative recovery programs and developing compassionate communities for more than 50 years. The Crisis Stabilization Unit is a program based in a recovery-focused environment for children, adolescents and adults in crisis.