What are the responsibilities and job description for the Overnight Nurse position at Alter Management LLC?
Provide Compassionate Overnight Care: Join Us as an Overnight LVN, LPT, or RN
At Alter Behavioral Health, every shift matters — and every nurse plays a vital role in transforming lives. We're looking for dedicated LVNs, LPTs, and RNs who want more than "just a job." Here, your expertise ensures safety, wellness, and hope for clients on their mental health journey.
Why You'll Love This Role
- Competitive Pay $32–$38/hour (LVN) DOE, plus comprehensive benefits.
- Location You will be assigned to one of our Orange County Facilities upon hire. We have facilities in Dana Point, San Juan Capistrano, Capistrano Beach, and Irvine.
- 12-Hour Shifts Enjoy a steady, predictable full-time schedule.
- Work-Life Balance Enjoy shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM scheduled Thursday through Saturday, and every other Wednesday, allowing for consistent planning.
- Invest in Your Future 401(k) Retirement Plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 6%.
- Wellness Perks Gym reimbursement up to $50/month.
- Growth & Training Learn, grow, and advance with a team that invests in your future.
What You'll Do
- Medication Management Accurately administer, dispense, and document medications per physician orders.
- Client Monitoring Observe physical/mental health, track vital signs, and respond promptly to changes.
- Direct Client Support Build rapport, answer health-related concerns, and foster a therapeutic environment.
- Crisis Response Provide immediate medical support and de-escalation in emergencies.
- Collaboration Work alongside physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary staff to ensure continuity of care.
- Documentation Maintain accurate EMR notes, assessments, and reports in compliance with standards.
- Health Education Teach clients about medications, wellness practices, and self-care.
- Program Support Participate in staff training, team meetings, and quality improvement efforts.
Who You Are
- Compassionate, attentive, and client-centered in your approach.
- Skilled in handling both routine care and urgent medical/psychiatric situations.
- A strong communicator and collaborator with staff and clients.
- Experienced in residential behavioral health or eager to learn in this setting.
Why Alter Behavioral Health?
- Mission-Driven Work: Be part of a team making a real difference in mental health.
- Career Stability: Full-time schedules with benefits designed for your future.
- Employee Well-Being: We understand balance matters—enjoy predictable shifts and supportive leadership.
Minimum Qualifications & Requirements
- High School Diploma required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
- Current LVN, LPT, or RN license in California — active and in good standing (no board actions).
- Previous experience in behavioral health or SUD treatment preferred.
- Knowledge of mental health interventions, medication management, and recovery principles.
- Valid California Driver's License required.
- Must pass a LiveScan background check and drug screen as required by licensing authorities.
- CPR & First Aid Certification required.
At Alter Behavioral Health, you'll never feel like "just an employee." You'll be part of a mission: creating hope and healing for those on their mental health journey.
DISCLAIMER – This posting provides a general overview of the LVN/LPT/RN role at Alter Behavioral Health. It is not a complete or exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, requirements, or conditions of employment. Specific job functions and expectations may be modified at the discretion of the company in accordance with business needs.
Alter Behavioral Health complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, including the California Labor Code, Industrial Welfare Commission (IWC) Wage Order 5, Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and all laws relating to non-discrimination, equal opportunity employment, disability accommodation, and workplace safety.
Salary : $32 - $38