Per Diem Licensed Vocational Nurse
Stars Behavioral Health Group
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- Pay
- $32 to $34
- an hour
- Location
- Fresno, CA
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Part time
- Posted
- Oct 21
- 2 days ago
Career path
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About the company
Stars Behavioral Health Group
Mental health care · 1,001 to 5,000 employees
We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare.
What you'll do
- Monitor and document clients' physical and mental health status
- Administer and document medications as prescribed
- Communicate concerns to the Registered Nurse and attending physician
- Participate in treatment team meetings, shift exchanges, and daily rounds
- Provide nursing interventions within the scope of licensure
- Support the admission process by reviewing admission documentation and coordinating admissions
- Complete required verifications and forms
- Help maintain full utilization of program beds
What you need
- A valid California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) license
- High School diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED, HiSET)
- One (1) year of nursing experience (Clinical nursing school rotations may be substituted for work experience)
- Must obtain valid CPR and Pro-ACT certifications within 30 days of employment
- Graduation from an accredited school of licensed vocational nursing, psychiatric technology, or an associate’s degree in nursing or social sciences (preferred)
- One (1) year of medication administration experience (preferred)
- Experience treating individuals with mental illness in an inpatient setting (preferred)
- Education: a high school diploma or an associate degree
Key skills
Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT)nursing experiencemedication administrationCPRPro-ACT
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Perks
- vacation
- holiday pay
- vision coverage
- voluntary benefits
- paid CEU opportunities
- Career development programs
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Partner with us in making a positive change!
Join a team where your work truly matters. We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare.
Job Title:
Per Diem Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Psychiatric Technician Division/Program:
Fresno Psychiatric Health Facility (High Acute Psych Inpatient ages 12-17) Starting Compensation:
32.00 - 34.00 USD Per Hour Working Location:
Fresno, CA Working Hours/Shift:
Coverage is scheduled based on needs of the facility and applicant availability. Coverage needed most for NOCs, 6pm to 630am. $2 NOC Shift Differential included.
Why Join Our Team?
Competitive Compensation : Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
Generous Time Off : Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.
Comprehensive Benefits Package :
Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
Professional Growth Opportunities :
On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.
Career development programs designed to help you grow.
Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).
Employee Recognition & Rewards : A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication
What you bring to SBHG:
Licensure:
A valid California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) license is required.
Education:
High School diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED, HiSET) is required.
Graduation from an accredited school of licensed vocational nursing, psychiatric technology, or an associate’s degree in nursing or social sciences is preferred.
Experience:
One (1) year of nursing experience is required, preferably treating individuals with mental illness in an inpatient setting. (Clinical nursing school rotations may be substituted for work experience).
One (1) year of medication administration experience is preferred.
Certifications:
Must obtain valid CPR and Pro-ACT certifications within 30 days of employment.
How you will make a difference:
The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) / Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) is responsible for monitoring and documenting clients' physical and mental health status, administering and documenting medications as prescribed, and communicating any concerns to the Registered Nurse and attending physician. This role participates in treatment team meetings, shift exchanges, and daily rounds while helping coordinate and oversee nursing activities to ensure quality client care. Additional responsibilities include providing nursing interventions within the scope of licensure, supporting the admission process by reviewing admission documentation, coordinating admissions, completing required verifications and forms, and helping maintain full utilization of program beds.
Division/Program Overview:
Population Served: Serving youth, ages 12-17, dealing with acute psychiatric symptoms
Facility & Setting: 24/7 inpatient Involuntary program, 16-bed facility
Clinical Services: Admission; engagement; learning; stabilization and linkage to resources and aftercare
Skills & Services: Intensive treatment programs with individualized care plans.
Learn more about SBHG at : https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/
For Additional Information:
CencalJobs@starsinc.com