AKUA is seeking a LVN with Substance Abuse/Mental Health experience that is a Licensed Vocational Nurse in the state of CA. New Graduates welcome to apply. Must have passed NCLEX. Mental Health, Detox/residential drug and alcohol treatment experience preferred.

** TERRA LOMA LOCATION **

Responsibilities:

• The Detox Manager works under the supervision of the Clinical Director
• Maintains professional standards and follows the treatment policies of the organization, The Joint Commission and Federal/State Laws and Regulations.
• The Detox Manager is responsible for all medication as ordered by the Medical Director, Program Physician, and to maintain accurate accounting of all medication received (from supplier) and observed (to the patient).
• He / She is responsible for the safekeeping of all medication stock and the records required by the DEA, FDA, JCAHO and ADP.
• The Detox Manager is responsible for training all clinical staff about medications, observation of medications, and medication destruction.
• The Detox Manager is responsible for all detox assessments including CIWA, COWS, Vitals, etc.
• The Detox Manager is responsible for all medical documentation in the EMR including all physician notes and medication orders.
• The Detox Manager may be responsible for urine collection and processing in conjunction with the clinical technicians, reading test results as ordered by Program Physicians and the completion of all forms involved in these procedures.
• The Detox Manager is also responsible for coordinating all internal and external medical and lab appointments.

Required Qualifications:

LVN license 

Valid Driver License

CPR/FirstAid

TB Clearance

Physical

Live Scan

Proof of COVID19 Vaccination 

Compensation: FULL-TIME = HEALTH INSURANCE

Depending on experience.

New Graduates welcome to apply. Must have passed nclex.

Akua Behavioral Health is a nationally recognized Mental Health, and Substance Abuse treatment program for adults. Accredited by The Joint Commission, Akua meets the highest quality standards for behavioral health and client care.