LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE
Buckelew Programs · buckelew.org
San RafaelEntry level1+ yrs
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Licensed vocational nursing care.
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Details
- Found
- 21 d ago · posted 2026-09-07
- Location as listed
- San Rafael, CA, USA
- Role
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: RSS Avanti House - San Rafael, CA, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 2 Year Degree, Salary Range: $30.00 - $36.00Hourly, Travel Percentage: Up to 25%, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Health Care, Work with great people doing great things! Join Buckelew Programs' Residential Support Services program and play a pivotal role in making a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals facing mental health challenges in the North Bay.
We are hiring a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide direct client care in a Community Care Licensed residential program for adults diagnosed with a severe and persistent mental illness. In this role, you will primarily provide medication services and ongoing health monitoring in compliance with California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) standards under the division of Community Care Licensing (CCL) and Medi-Cal. This role is critical in ensuring client safety, medication compliance, and stabilization in 4 CCL licensed homes in Marin County.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Clinical Care
Review nursing assessments and participate in the assessment process as needed
Identify and promptly report signs of medical or psychiatric instability
Support in development of treatment plans
Complete clinical documentation in multiple EHR’s
Medication Self-Administration
Support in the self-administration of medications per CCL and Medi-Cal standards.)
Monitor for side effects, adverse reactions, and effectiveness of medications
Maintain accurate medication administration records (MAR) in compliance with California regulations
Storage of medications in alignment with CCL and Medi-Cal standards
Client Monitoring & Safety
Conduct regular wellness checks and ensure appropriate observation levels
Support infection control, universal precautions, and medication storage standards
Take and record vitals of clients
Documentation & Compliance
Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with CCL, Medi-Cal, and Buckelew standards
Assist with audits, incident reporting, and quality assurance activities
Maintain confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA and PH
Collaboration & Support
Communicate effectively with physicians, RNs, counselors, and case managers
Participate in shift reports and multidisciplinary team meetings
Provide client education on detox, medications, and health stabilization
: Education & Experience
Active, unrestricted California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license
Minimum 1 year of nursing experience required; behavioral health experience strongly preferred
Current CPR/BLS certification (required)
Strong assessment, documentation, and crisis response skills
Skills & Abilities
Experience with electronic health records (EHR)
Training in trauma-informed care and de-escalation techniques
Familiarity with mental health disorders
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to sit, stand, walk, and use hands repetitively for documentation and patient care tasks.
Manual dexterity to operate medical and office equipment.
Clear verbal and auditory communication with patients and staff.
Ability to lift to 25 pounds occasionally.
Travel may be required between sites.
Great Benefits! Medical, dental, vision and life and long-term disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program, flexible spending accounts for health, dependent and transit costs, retirement savings plan with company match, paid meal breaks, eligibility for loan forgiveness, continuing education credits available through our learning management system, and generous paid time off.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a workplace that celebrates diversity, promotes equality, and fosters inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
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