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Back to Career Center Search Nurse - LVN (6002b) (On Call) Program: Turning Point Crisis Center (Oceanside) Region: Oceanside Services: Crisis (PERT, START) COMMUNITY RESEARCH FOUNDATION (CRF) Bring your nursing skills and dedication to helping others to make a difference in the lives of the people we serve! Nurse – LVN/LPT CRF Behavioral Health Nurses are client-centered, compassionate, dedicated team members who make a difference in the lives of the people they serve. They embrace the opportunity to work side-by-side with their clients, helping to make lasting changes that will improve quality of life, health, and wellness. Our START nurses are committed to providing excellence in psychiatric nursing care. Program: Turning Point Crisis Center (Oceanside, CA) Hours: On Call; must be available to work at least 2 shifts per month. Shifts may include days (8:00 am to 4:00 pm), evening (4:00 pm to Midnight), overnight (Midnight to 8:00 am) and weekend shifts Pay Rate: $36.05 per hour plus $3.00 per hour shift differential for overnights or weekends Position Overview As a CRF START nurse, you will be part of a team that assesses client’s mental and physical health, and develops treatment plans. Consult with psychiatrist and other health professionals as well as manage medications. Coordinate care with outside providers to assist in a long-term plan for obtaining medications and maintain care in the community for both mental and physical health. Safely store and handle medications and ensure the proper documentation is completed. Provide medication support services, which ensure optimal outcomes for your clients. Essential Qualifications Current California LVN or LPT license required and must be kept current and in good standing during employment First Aid/CPR certification required and must be kept current during employment Previous experience working with a mental health population, especially with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness and co-occurring disorders is strongly preferred Demonstrated knowledge of County Health and Human Services requirements including documentation is preferred Ability to physically and mentally assist in emergency situations is required Proficient computer skills, including MS Office Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment is essential Ability to pass criminal/background clearance Benefits: CRF provides benefits to help you balance your work life and your personal life. For full-time staff (30 hours or more), we offer... 19 days of PTO per year “Platinum +” medical plans, with minimal employee cost/expenses for you and excellent coverage Several dental plan options Vision benefits Company-paid life insurance and Long-Term Disability Tax-Free Flexible Spending for medical/dental/childcare expenses Generous retirement plan contributions Employee Assistance Plan for you and your family Employee discount program, including pet insurance plans Paid training and supervision hours are available Opportunities for advancement and growth We also provide access to student loan repayment/forgiveness programs for graduates. *All new hires are required to show proof of completed vaccination before their first date of work, unless legally exempted. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer* Nurse - LVN If you would like to set profiles, manage, and track your submissions you can register here ...or if you already have an account you may login here The Application Process Interested applicants may click on an open position and will have the following choices: Register and Create a Profile: Start here! Once you create your profile, you may apply to as many openings as you wish without having to re-enter your information. Login to an Existing Profile: Check the status of your applications or apply to a new one with your existing profile. You will receive a notice of receipt after your application has been successfully submitted. CRF has made every effort to make this site accessible to all users. If you need any assistance in completing the online application process, Please contact our Recruiters at CRFCareers@comresearch.org. About Community Research Foundation Community Research Foundation (CRF) is the leader in providing behavioral health care in San Diego, helping thousands of individuals each year recover from mental illness. With more than 40 years of dedication, hard work, and commitment, CRF has earned an enviable reputation among our clients and the community for cutting edge programs and services. We are deeply proud of this reputation and the employees who work very hard to preserve and nurture it. You will find a progressive and collaborative work environment with friendly, committed and fun employees. Come be a part of our vibrant organization and make a difference in the lives of the people we serve! Equal Employment Opportunity CRF is an equal opportunity employer, and we make employment decisions based on merit. Our policy prohibits unlawful discrimination and/or harassment of any individual because of that individual's sex, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, physical handicap, disability, sexual orientation, protected military status, or medical condition, as well as other categories protected by federal, state and local law. All such discrimination is unlawful and prohibited and will not be tolerated by CRF. Diversity at CRF CRF is committed to cultural competence, and we have established the Cultural Diversity Resource Team (CDRT) whose mission and tasks include ensuring that all our corporate practices are culturally sensitive to both our consumers and employees. The CDRT has developed a company-wide Cultural Diversity Plan and is responsible for creating and offering cultural and ethnic awareness, knowledge, and skills trainings throughout the year. Cultural Competency training is required of all of our staff, not just those providing clinical services, on an annual basis. It is our pledge to provide behavioral health and psychosocial rehabilitative services that are culturally sensitive to those we serve.

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