Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

BrightQuest Treatment is hiring a full time Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in San Diego, CA! .

This is a Full Time position.

We are an organization dedicated to developing highly specialized treatment programs serving individuals and families suffering from addiction, mental health and co-occurring disorders. Our vision at BrightQuest and Sero Mental Health is to create best in class treatment programs founded on a common set of principles including clinical excellence, a spirit of innovation, superior customer experiences, and empowered leadership teams.

• Essential Functions and Responsibilities
• Complete Health Assessment, Pain Assessment, and Physical for assessing clients
• Observes residents to monitor activities and behavior, and documents notable behaviors, medical and medication behaviors, and rules violations. Provide one-to-one supervision for any client at risk.
• Coordinates dissemination of medication to clients each day.
• Provides support and training for Residential & Milieu Support Staff with regards to medication setup and administration support.
• Participate in meetings, track pertinent health data, and collaborate and provide input on treatment plans (i.e., in response to labs).
• Conducts regular audits of Medication Administration Records (MARs) to ensure compliance with policies and procedures by non-nursing staff.
• During intake assessment, complete the medication review with client and/or families.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT), or Registered Nurse (RN).
• CPR / First Aid certified.
• Certification to administer injections and TB tests a plus.
• Must be familiar with general pharmacy abbreviations and demonstrate awareness and competency with managing lookalike, soundalike medications.
• Specific, required, current, and active licensure, registration, or certification must be maintained in good standing.
• Proficient computer skills and ability use various software programs.
• Have a valid driver’s license in good standing and auto insurance.