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On Call Acute Licensed Vocational Nurse I - Mental Health 325

Telecare Corporation

Placerville, CA

Eligibility
LVN
Shift
12-hour nights
Unit
Psych

Posted Aug 10

What the listing says

Role

Schedule
12-hour nights
Weekends
Weekends required
Term
Per Diem
On the floor
On call
Setting
Behavioral Health
Accepts
LVN
More role details
Experience
New graduates

Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.

Pay

Against the board
CA nursing median $56/hr

CA nursing postings that state pay run $34/hr to $88/hr, the middle half $43/hr to $70/hr, across 2911 postings. That covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.

About this role

“They made it easier for me to live, breathe, eat, and stay clean. Without them, I’d be waiting somewhere, waiting for someone to give me a chance to live...” - Client from Telecare

What You Will Do to Change Lives

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)/Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) provides recovery focused services related to the safe and appropriate administration of medical treatment (including medications) as prescribed by the physician. Provides safe, effective, and efficient implementation of direct care in accordance with established policies, procedures and standards of care.

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Shifts Available

On-Call | 12 - Hour Shift | Shifts and days vary as needed

Expected starting wage range is $31.37 - $38.77. Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.

What You Bring to the Table (Must Have)

Graduation from an accredited Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) /Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) program and current licensure Current CPR/BLS certificate Must be at least 18 years of age Must be CPR, First Aid, and CPI certified (hands-on course) on date of employment or prior to providing direct client care and maintain current certification throughout employment All opportunities at Telecare are contingent upon successful completion and receipt of acceptable results of the applicable post-offer physical examination, 2-step PPD test for tuberculosis, acceptable criminal background clearances, excluded party sanctions, and degree or license verification. If the position requires driving, valid driver license, a motor vehicle clearance, and proof of auto insurance is required at time of employment and must be maintained throughout employment. Additional regulatory, contractual, or local requirements may apply.

What’s In It For You*

Paid Time Off: Eligible employees (20+ hours/week) earn PTO each pay period for vacation and personal needs, with pro-rated accrual for part-time schedules and annual carryover up to set caps. Nine Paid Holidays &

  • Shift differentials for hourly staff (6% for PM Shift, 10% for Overnight Shift). Weekend
  • Shift differentials for hourly staff (5% for Weekend AM Shift, 11% for Weekend PM Shift, 15% for Weekend Overnight Shift)

Free CEUs, free Supervision for BBS Associate License, coaching, and mentorship Online University Tuition Discount and Company Scholarships Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401K, Employee Stock Ownership Plan For more information visit: https://www.telecarecorp.com/benefits (https://www.telecarecorp.com/benefits)

Join Our Compassionate Team

Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams. Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems.

The Telecare El Dorado County Psychiatric Health Facility (PHF) is a 16-bed locked hospital facility providing acute inpatient psychiatric treatment to adults aged 18+, diagnosed with a serious mental illness.

EOE AA M/F/V/Disability

*May vary by location and position type

Full Job Description will be provided if selected for an interview.

If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible.

  • Licenses & Certifications
  • Required
  • Licensed Psychiatric Tech
  • Licensed Vocational Nurse

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.

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Requirements

  • Licensed Vocational Nurse
  • Licensed Psychiatric Tech

Benefits

  • Paid holidays
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
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  • Employee stock ownership plan

Place

City
Placerville, CA
Median rent
$1,234/mo

rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024

Local household income
$67,274/yr

all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024

State price level
11% above the national average

California index 110.7, where 100 is the national average.

Nestled in the Sierra Nevada foothills along the route to Lake Tahoe, Placerville is a historic Gold Rush town with a quaint downtown and relaxed pace of life. Old Hangtown charm meets small-town California living—an appealing spot for RNs seeking a quieter lifestyle within reach of Sacramento.

Map showing the location of Placerville, CA
Approximate location in Placerville, CA. · © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap· Open the live map

Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.

How this role fits you

On your path

Psychiatric is open from year one. Behavioral health spans inpatient, emergency, and community settings.

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  • What should I expect for weekly hours, holiday, and rotation?
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  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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