Position: LPN/LVN Psychiatric
Pay: $40 - $45 per hour
Schedule: Monday - Friday, AM Shift
Length: 13 Weeks Minimum
ABOUT THE FACILITY
The facility is a 16-bed Psychiatric Health Facility in Alameda County for adolescents 12-17 years old who are experiencing acute psychiatric symptoms. The Centre includes a 23-hour crisis stabilization unit and an acute in-patient psychiatric health facility.
This is a short-term program designed to reduce and stabilize acute psychiatric symptoms with an emphasis on working the recovery process as a means of returning to the community.
THE ROLE
The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides recovery focused services related to the safe and appropriate administration of medical treatment (including medications) as prescribed by the physician. Provides safe, effective, and efficient implementation of direct care in accordance with established policies, procedures and standards of care.
QUALIFICATIONS
Valid LVN License
Current BLS certification
Preferred previous experience with mental health population and/or understanding of psychiatric illness and its treatment.
Preferred one year of LVN experience
Benefits
At Maxim Healthcare Staffing, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Maxim Healthcare Staffing
Maxim Healthcare Staffing has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, and employees for more than 30 years. Our nationwide suite of services includes home healthcare, companion and behavioral care, healthcare staffing, and workforce solutions. Maxim's commitment to customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical staffing needs makes us a trusted partner wherever healthcare is needed.
Maxim Healthcare Staffing is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.