Licensed Vocational Nurse in Tarzana, California at ABHS

Autumn Hills is seeking a compassionate and dependable Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to support our residential behavioral health program in Tarzana, California. This position is ideal for an LVN seeking flexible, on-call work with guaranteed weekly hours in a collaborative mental health treatment environment.

Position Details

• Position Type: On-Call / PRN
• Location: Tarzana, CA
• Pay Rate: $40.00/hour
• Guaranteed Hours: Minimum of 5 hours per week
• Schedule: Flexible based on program needs, evenings/weekends may be required

Position Summary

The LVN is responsible for providing nursing support and medication oversight for clients in a residential mental health setting. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with individuals experiencing mental health and/or co-occurring substance use disorders and is able to function independently in a fast-paced residential environment. Similar California residential behavioral health LVN roles commonly include medication administration, vitals monitoring, documentation, and coordination with multidisciplinary teams.

Essential Responsibilities

• Administer and document prescribed medications
• Monitor client vital signs and overall physical wellbeing
• Observe and report changes in client condition to clinical leadership
• Maintain accurate nursing and medication documentation
• Coordinate with physicians, pharmacies, and treatment team members
• Respond appropriately to medical or psychiatric concerns within scope of practice
• Ensure compliance with facility policies and California regulatory standards
• Support a safe, respectful, and therapeutic treatment environment
• Assist with admissions, medication reconciliation, and discharge coordination as needed

Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted California LVN license required
• Current CPR/First Aid certification preferred
• Experience in behavioral health, residential treatment, detox, or substance use treatment preferred
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Knowledge of psychotropic medications and behavioral health populations preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 25 pounds as needed
• Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations
• Ability to complete medication administration and documentation duties accurately

Why Join Autumn Hills?

• Flexible on-call scheduling
• Competitive hourly compensation
• Supportive and mission-driven treatment environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in behavioral healthcare

Autumn Hills is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity within our organization.