Casa Palmera is a nationally recognized subacute residential treatment center in Los Angeles, California offering drug rehabilitation, treatment for alcohol addiction as well as treatment for mood disorders and anxiety and trauma disorders. Casa Palmera is staffed with a diverse team of psychiatrists, psychologists and therapists who work together to help each patient move forward within a caring community.
Compensation Range: $27- 36 per hour
Compensation will be dependent upon geographic region, education, and experience.
Shift hours:10:00pm-8:30am Friday-Monday
Our Offer to You!
We are dedicated to empowering our employees with their professional and personal development by providing:
401(k) with company match
Healthcare benefits
Vacation and sick days
Employee referral program
Employee discounts to various stores, amusement parks, events, etc.
Continuing education (CE) programs and training
Weekly training opportunities
Advancement opportunities within the organization
Job Description
Responsibilities
Perform assessment prior to admission (obtain current medications, past medical illnesses, injuries, past surgeries and hospitalizations, and food, drug or environmental allergies)
Obtain history of substance use disorders upon admission
Obtain history of psychiatric comorbidities upon admission
Upon admission and throughout treatment LVN will perform random urine drug screens
Monitoring throughout the course of treatment to determine whether the health status warrants transfer of the patient in order to receive urgent or emergent care
LVN will assume responsibility and accountability for assigned patients
LVN will place PPD tests and record results for physician to interpret.
Patient care assessment, identifying care requirements
Documentation of health assessment and all pertinent health information throughout stay in treatment into the Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
Monitor and assess the detoxification process – every 15 minutes
Completion of detox assessments as outlined in the protocol (CIWAS/COWS)
Receive and transcribe MD orders into the EMR
Observe client’s self-administration of medication and treatment as prescribed through written MD orders in the EMR
Assess for medication reactions and adherence
Provide patient education regarding the treatment and recovery process
Uphold infection control protocol in patient care areas throughout each shift
Report any concerns to Supervisor and/or MD when appropriate
Oversees the smooth progression of daily patient schedules
Perform client checks and monitor their whereabouts at all times as a team effort with the Behavioral Tech staff
Determine need and provide follow up for pertinent health assessments
Monitor vital signs during each shift for all assigned clients
Maintains an accurate inventory of medical supplies to ensure services are not compromised due to unforeseen shortages
Performs other duties and tasks as assigned.
Available Shifts:
10:00pm-8:30am Friday-Monday
Qualifications
Must possess and maintain a valid license (LVN) issued by State of California
Must possess and maintain a valid Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR/First Aid certificate by date of hire).
Must possess and maintain a valid Class “C” Driver’s License and liability insurance if driving personal vehicle on company property
Preferred (1) year of experience in a chemical dependency setting providing direct patient care.
Not sure if you meet all the qualifications? Apply anyway! To provide truly innovative care, we need to have a diverse team around us. That’s why Discovery Behavioral Health is committed to creating an inclusive environment. If you find yourself meeting some but not all the above, we’d be happy to consider your application.
Additional Information
We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.
For more information about our company benefits, please visit us at discoverybehavioralhealth.com/careers/
Discovery Behavioral Health seeks to build a diverse staff that is reflective of the patients we serve and the communities where we work. DBH encourages multiple perspectives, experiences, and strives to hire and retain a diverse workforce.
Redding, California
Full Time