Overnight Licensed Vocational Nurse - Oxnard Women's Center

JOB SUMMARY

The Overnight Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) plays a vital role in delivering direct, in-person care and monitoring to clients enrolled in Residential and Withdrawal Management Programs. Working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Nurse Manager, the LVN provides care aligned with individualized treatment objectives. The LVN consistently upholds professional boundaries, adheres to nursing standards, and demonstrates cultural sensitivity. By treating all clients with respect, compassion, and empathy, and by collaborating closely with the multidisciplinary team, LVN supports the delivery of high-quality care and promotes positive treatment outcomes.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

Client Care & Clinical Support

• Remain alert and awake throughout the overnight shift.
• Participate in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the nursing care plan.
• Monitor client care and treatment.
• Assess and report on client behavioral changes.
• Take and record accurate vital signs.
• Observe universal precautions, including correct handling of bloodborne pathogens, storage of lab specimens, and disposal of infectious waste.
• Maintain a safe environment for clients.
• Interact with clients to support their participation in the program.
• Assist with orientation, admission, transfer, and discharge of clients.

Medication Management

• Provide timely updates and status reports to the physician for clients receiving withdrawal management, MAT, and/or with co-occurring mental disorders.
• Facilitate filling of client prescriptions, and work with the pharmacy to ensure medications are delivered in a timely manner.
• Pick up medications at the pharmacy as needed.
• Audit the medication room and destroy medications as needed, per policy.
• Maintain the medication book in compliance with all funder requirements and update it monthly.
• Provide staff training on medication protocols and withdrawal management protocols, including vital signs, observations, and documentation.

Administration and Other Duties

• Document client treatment progress, incident reports, and medical follow-ups.
• Identify, report, and assist with the management of emergencies, and submit incident reports to the Program Director in a timely manner.
• Adhere to professional standards.
• Provide clerical support as assigned.
• Complete all assigned training in a timely manner.
• Attend and actively participate in meetings and supervision.
• Maintain compliance with licensing requirements.

And perform other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS

Credentials

• Must have a valid license with California Board of Vocational Nursing.
• Valid BLS Certification.
• Valid California Driver’s License and access to registered and insured transportation preferred.

Experience

• Experience working with dual diagnosis populations.
• Nursing experience in community mental health, behavioral health, or recovery treatment centers preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

In an 8-hr workday, employee is required to perform work:

Sitting

4

Hrs

Standing

2

Hrs

Walking

2

Hrs

Driving

Rarely

In an average month, employee must travel out of town:

☐ Often (>2x)

☐ Sometimes (<2x)

☒ Never

In an 8-hr workday, employee must:

Not at all

Occasionally

(1/4-2½ hrs.)

Frequently

(2½-5½ hrs.)

Continuously

(5½-8 hrs.)

Bend/stoop

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☒

☐

☐

Climb

☒

☐

☐

☐

Reach above shoulder level

☐

☒

☐

☐

Kneel

☒

☐

☐

☐

Balance

☐

☒

☐

☐

Push/pull

☐

☒

☐

☐

Squat

☐

☒

☐

☐

Crawl

☒

☐

☐

☐

Crouch

☐

☒

☐

☐

Lift*

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☒

☐

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Carry**

☐

☒

☐

☐

*     Usual number

       Maximum number

5

25

lbs

lbs

**   Usual number

       Maximum number

5

25

lbs

lbs

Job requires:

Working at heights

☐ Yes

☒ No

Explain

Operating heavy machinery

☐ Yes

☒ No

Type

Operating desk machines

☒ Yes

☐ No

Type

Computer, fax, printer, phone, medical equipments

Precise manual dexterity

☒ Yes

☐ No

Explain

Documentation, data entry, administering injections and starting IVs, drawing blood and collecting lab specimens, wound care and dressing changes, measuring and dispensing medications, operating medical equipment

Exposure to extreme heat, cold, humidity

☐ Yes

☒ No

Explain

Exposure to dust, fumes, gases, chemicals

☒ Yes

☐ No

Explain

Cleaning agents and disinfectants, medical gases (e.g. oxygen) when handling or monitoring client use; dust from linens; supply or facility maintenance; topical medications or antiseptics that emit strong odors or vapors