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LVN Licensed Vocational Nurse

MENTAL HEALTH SYSTEMS INC·San Diego, California

$37 - $37/hr·Part Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 8 days ago
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About the role

The LVN is responsible for administering injections, monitoring vital signs, and providing medication education and crisis intervention for clients. They must also handle accurate documentation, coordinate medication refills with pharmacies, and participate in medication monitoring committees.

At TURN our mission is Improving Lives. Our organization embraces the tenets of client-centered care, and our core values People, Culture and Growth are at the forefront of everything we do. We hire exceptional individuals seeking meaningful opportunities in a purpose-driven environment.

Job summary

Record vital signs, report adverse medication/treatment reactions, administer injections as prescribed. Assess symptomology and provide crisis intervention and medication education.

Responsibilities

  • Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
  • Provide injections, medication support, diagnostic reviews, case consult, crisis intervention, and targeted case management services to assist clients with basic needs and symptom management.
  • Vitals, health and wellness screenings/assessments, wellness coaching and education.
  • Accurate and timely documentation as contractually required and meet minimum billable requirements for direct client services.
  • Dispense and account for prescribed medication, assist psychiatrist in administering and evaluating prescribed medication and arrange lab work according to protocol. Ensure doctor’s orders are carried out and coordinate medication orders and refills with pharmacies.
  • Shift coverage including part of the on-call team.
  • Provide field-based services as required by program and client need.
  • Maintain confidentiality of client’s care.
  • Participate in scheduled program meetings. Attend Quarterly Medication Monitoring Committee.
  • Other relevant duties as assigned.
  • Respond to client inquiries and provide education regarding medications and side effects.
  • Respond appropriately to medical emergencies.

Qualifications

  • Licensed Vocational Nurse in California required.
  • Valid CA Driver’s License and current auto insurance per contract requirements required.
  • Experience providing mental health and/or substance use disorder services preferred.
  • Cultural competency understanding required. Bilingual preferred.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office and EHR software preferred.

Physical requirements: These physical demands represent what must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this

position. As mentioned above, reasonable accommodation may be made for qualified disabilities.

☒ Seeing ☒ Hearing ☒ Speaking

☒ Stooping/Bending ☒ Working in cramped spaces ☒ Moving around facility

☒ Moving between offices/clients ☒ Driving ☐ Climbing

☒ Lifting/carrying heavy items ☒ Pushing/pulling/dragging items ☒ Standing for long periods

☐ Working outside/underground ☒ Using hands/fingers ☒ Sitting for long periods

I can perform the above functions

☐ Without accommodation ☐ With accommodation. If so, please specify

Other duties

This job description isn’t a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities required for this job.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Employee signature constitutes an understanding of the job requirements, essential functions, and duties.

TURN is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religious creed, and sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions.

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$37 - $37/hr
Location
San Diego, California
Posted
Jul 20, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

MENTAL HEALTH SYSTEMS INC

Mission Statement MHS provides high quality, outcome-based therapeutic services, and skills training in a supportive and validating environment to enhance our clients’ quality of life. Since 2002, MHS has provided intensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy services for individuals...

Salary listed on 71 jobs
IndustryMental Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size51-200 employees
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California LVN roles stay consistently needed

California LVN positions are typically in steady demand across clinics, behavioral health, and long-term care settings, especially when employers need nurses who can work with EHR systems and support mental health or substance use disorder services. These roles are competitive because the license is required and preferred experience can narrow the candidate pool. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page, then confirm your California LVN license and highlight any behavioral health or EHR experience in your application.

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