The Department of Health Services is currently seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join their team. Join them in promoting health and wellness in our community!
A competitive total compensation package, PLUS a $15,000 Signing Bonus!
The Department of Health Service (DHS) is currently recruiting to fill a position at either the I or II level, depending upon qualifications. If you are interested in applying at the II level of this opportunity, you must submit a separate application to each recruitment.
DHS is recruiting to fill a time-limited Licensed Vocational Nurse position. The time-limited position is funded through June 30, 2026. This employment list may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, or extra-help (temporary or intermittent) positions as they occur during the active status of the list. Qualified county employees who wish to be considered for future positions should consider applying to this recruitment.
NOTE: A current LVN license is required for this position and must be maintained as a condition of employment in this job classification.
About the Position
The LVN within Youth and Family Services is a vital member of our healthcare team, you will play a key role in providing compassionate and quality healthcare services to the youth and families in our community. This role involves daily collaboration with LVN team members, requiring independent work and the ability to seek consultation when necessary from a team member, supervising registered nurse, manager, or psychiatrist. This position will work onsite Monday through Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, excluding County holidays. Some responsibilities include:
Administering medications and treatments as prescribed
Monitoring and documenting patient vital signs
Documenting all services provided in the electronic health record
Reporting urgent needs to child psychiatrists
Managing and administering injections
Fielding phone calls regarding medication prescriptions, refill requests, and lab work questions and concerns
Processing the step-out referral documents and overseeing the transition process for clients moving to lower levels of care
Coordinating care with primary care providers by requesting medical referrals, lab orders and results, and after-visit summaries
The ideal candidate will also possess:
Experience working with a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge of psychiatric nursing best practices
Excellent organizational skills
A strong desire to work in the public behavioral health system of care
Strong communication skills and the ability to interact with a diverse customer base
The ability to shift gears quickly
Experience working with children and their families is a plus but not required
Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills are desirable, not required
Salary is negotiable within the established range and benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. For more information, including minimum qualifications, & to apply, visit,
www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org or call 707-565-2331. The County of Sonoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to having a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. Apply by 3/04/24