What are the responsibilities and job description for the DMH Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) position at Upward Bound House?
About Upward Bound House (UBH)
Upward Bound House is dedicated to ending family homelessness in Los Angeles. With over 30 years of experience, we provide a continuum of housing and support services that help families and young parents transition from crisis to stability. As we launch our new DMH-funded interim housing program, we’re seeking passionate, experienced professionals to join our growing team.
Position Summary
The LVN supports families—both Transitional Age Youth (TAY) and general—in a 24-hour interim housing program. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or physician, this role focuses on medication management, health monitoring, and medical coordination to ensure quality care in a trauma-informed setting.
Work Environment
You’ll work closely with families who may be in crisis, experiencing substance use, or other challenges. This role requires empathy, the ability to remain calm under pressure, and the capacity to respond effectively in emergencies.
Key Responsibilities
Medication Management
Upward Bound House is dedicated to ending family homelessness in Los Angeles. With over 30 years of experience, we provide a continuum of housing and support services that help families and young parents transition from crisis to stability. As we launch our new DMH-funded interim housing program, we’re seeking passionate, experienced professionals to join our growing team.
Position Summary
The LVN supports families—both Transitional Age Youth (TAY) and general—in a 24-hour interim housing program. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or physician, this role focuses on medication management, health monitoring, and medical coordination to ensure quality care in a trauma-informed setting.
Work Environment
You’ll work closely with families who may be in crisis, experiencing substance use, or other challenges. This role requires empathy, the ability to remain calm under pressure, and the capacity to respond effectively in emergencies.
Key Responsibilities
Medication Management
- Administer prescribed medications and monitor effects
- Maintain accurate Medication Administration Records (MARs)
- Support medication refills, renewals, and reconciliation
- Educate families on safe medication use
- Conduct health screenings and monitor vitals
- Track physical and mental health status changes
- Coordinate medical appointments and referrals
- Serve as liaison between families and providers
- Provide first aid and respond to medical crises
- Collaborate with emergency services and internal teams
- Maintain emergency medical supplies
- Deliver health and wellness education to families
- Support chronic condition management and preventive care
- Provide age-appropriate resources to TAY families
- Maintain nursing documentation and DMH reporting
- Ensure HIPAA compliance and quality assurance
- Participate in audits and ongoing training
- Graduate of an accredited LVN program
- 2 years of nursing experience (mental health/psychiatric meds preferred
- Active California LVN license
- CPR/First Aid certified; current TB test
- Valid driver’s license, insurance, and reliable transportation
- Strong communication, crisis response, and documentation skills
- Experience in residential or transitional housing
- Familiarity with DMH and TAY populations
- Bilingual (preferred based on community needs)
- Proficient in EHR systems
