What are the responsibilities and job description for the LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE (SAFETY) position at Department of State Hospitals?
Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals.
For additional information please visit https://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113
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Please note: If you will need to take and pass an examination for Licensed Vocational Nurse (Safety) to establish list eligibility please go to the link below:
CalCareers
The Department of State Hospitals – Napa Registry Department is currently accepting application for Permanent Intermittent Licensed Vocational Nurse. In order to maintain a position in the Registry all permanent intermittent employees are required to work a minimum of: Twelve (12) 8-hours shifts per calendar month at least six (6) of which must be weekend shifts. Three (3) major holidays and three (3) high need days per calendar year must be worked (requirements are defined in Registry Guidelines). These minimum requirements are based on current operational need and may be subject to change
If you have questions regarding this position, or would like to request the duty statement, please contact Evan Bernardino, Nursing Coordinator at Evan.Bernardino@dsh.ca.gov or (707) 254-2446. Positions will be filled based upon budget approval.
This advertisement may be used to fill multiple vacancies and will run until filled with the following cutoff dates: 3/31/2026, 4/30/2026, 5/29/2026, 6/30/2026 and 7/31/2026.
To ensure that your application will be considered for this recruitment the following items are required:
- You must complete the STD. 678 Employment Application in its entirety and include, “Licensed Vocational Nurse (Safety) – JC 510555” in the “Job Title(s)” section of the application.
- Duties Performed and Supervisor’s name and Contact information must be completed on the STD 678 -Incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of information provided on the STD. 678.
- Possession of a valid, active license from the State of California to practice as a Licensed Vocational Nurse.
- LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE (SAFETY)
- Job Application Package Checklist
Founded in 1875, Napa State Hospital is the only state hospital in Northern California for persons struggling with severe mental illness. Classified as a low to moderate security facility, the hospital has a bed capacity to treat up to 1,362 patients on an attractive campus with treatment units located on 138 acres. Staff is dedicated and committed to delivering high quality, cost-effective, professional services and specialized programs in an environment that promotes continuous improvements in treatment for individuals with mental disabilities.
Please note: If you will need to take and pass an examination for Licensed Vocational Nurse (Safety) to establish list eligibility please go to the link below:
CalCareers