Licensed Vocational Nurse (Residential Treatment)
Company: Sierra Meadows Behavioral Health
Location: Clovis
Posted on: April 3, 2026
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Job Description:
Full-time Description GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE POSITION: The
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) at Tatum Psychology Employment
Group provides direct nursing care and support to patients. Under
the supervision of the Lead Nurse, the LVN will work within the LVN
scope of practice, including monitoring patients’ physical and
emotional well-being, administering prescribed treatments and
medications, and documenting patient care activities. The LVN will
support recovery and rehabilitation, while promoting a safe,
therapeutic, and respectful care environment. The LVN will
collaborate with multidisciplinary clinical teams, observe and
report patient behaviors, assist with medical procedures, and
contribute to the overall treatment plan. Work Schedule: Sunday -
Thursday, 6:00am - 2:30pm ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Patient Care &
Monitoring Assumes responsibility and accountability for designated
patients. Provide nursing, psychiatric, and personal care to
patients. Monitor patient’s psychical and emotional well-being and
report unusual behavior or psychical ailments to staff. Observe and
influence patient’s behavior. Gathers data regarding patient needs
while providing direct patient care. Take and record measures of
patients’ physical condition, using devices such as thermometers
and blood pressure gauges. 2. Medication Administration & Treatment
Administer medications and treatments following physician’s
prescriptions. Issue medication from dispensary and maintain
records in accordance with specified procedures. Provides IV
Therapy according to nursing policy and procedure that is within
LVN scope of practice. 3. Documentation & Reporting Documents
nursing observations. Elicits important information concerning the
patient’s progress. Reports symptoms, reactions and progress of
patient to the Nurse Practitioner and/or Facility Manager, and
ensures appropriate actions are taken. Assists with auditing duties
as needed 4. Clinical Collaboration & Communication Collaborate
with and assist doctors, psychologists, and rehabilitation
therapist working with patients in order to treat, rehabilitate,
and return patients to the community. Pursues proper chain of
command to attain a satisfactory solution. Initiates changes to
improve patient care; discusses changes with doctor when
appropriate. 5. Professional Development & Compliance Utilizes
educational opportunities within the facility and other avenues to
maintain clinical expertise to promote personal growth and
development. Responsible for knowledge of legal aspects of nursing.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS: Performs other duties as may be assigned.
Follows and supports TPEG policies and procedures. Works
collaboratively and cooperatively with internal and external
partners. Represents TPEG, Inc., by embodying the mission, vision
and values of the organization. Travels occasionally during the
workday and on occasional overnight stay. (Compensation for
mileage, food and lodging provided.) Salary Description $29-$34
/HR
Keywords: Sierra Meadows Behavioral Health, Porterville , Licensed Vocational Nurse (Residential Treatment), Healthcare , Clovis, California
