Psychiatric LPN/LVN
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Amergis is hiring a Psychiatric LPN/LVN. Amergis is hiring Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs/LPNs) for psychiatric and correctional settings in Coalinga, California. The role offers full‑time, 40‑hour weeks on a 6‑month contract with possible extensions up to a year, multiple shift options, and a structured onboarding program.
Key focus areas include Provide direct nursing care within psychiatric and medical units while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, Work in behavioral health/psychiatric units, and Work in medical units.
Important skills include BLS Certification, First Aid, LVN LPN License, Mental Health Certification, Psychiatric Nursing, and Behavioral Health.
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Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN/LPN) - Psychiatric Services
?? Coalinga, California | Multiple Shifts Available | 6-Month Contract | Up to 1-Year Extensions
Join One of California's Largest Behavioral Health Teams!
We are actively hiring Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs/LPNs) for psychiatric and correctional healthcare settings across California. If you're looking for a stable contract opportunity, consistent full-time hours, and the potential for long-term assignment extensions, we'd love to connect with you.
With nearly 200 agency healthcare professionals currently onsite , this is an excellent opportunity to work alongside a large, experienced clinical team while expanding your behavioral health and correctional nursing experience.
Position Highlights
? Full-time schedule - 40 hours per week
? 12 immediate openings
? Initial 6-month contract
? Strong possibility of extension up to 1 year or longer
? Variety of units and patient care settings
? Day, Evening, and Night shifts available
? No client interview required for submission
Available Shifts
Day Shift
- 6:45 AM - 3:15 PM
Evening Shift
- 2:45 PM - 11:15 PM
Night Shift
- 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM
30-minute paid break provided within the first 5 hours of each shift.
What You'll Do
As an LVN/LPN, you will provide direct nursing care within psychiatric and medical units while working collaboratively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams. Assignments may vary across:
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Behavioral Health/Psychiatric Units
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Medical Units
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Specialized Correctional Healthcare Programs
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Various patient populations and care environments
Orientation & Training
We are committed to setting you up for success.
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Two orientation sessions held each month
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Comprehensive facility onboarding and regulatory training
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Mental health certification included
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Approximately 6 weeks of training before independent floor assignment
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Structured support from experienced clinical educators
Requirements
Required Documents for Submission
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Current Nursing Resume
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Active BLS Certification
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Government-Issued Photo ID
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Facility Entrance Form
Licensure
- Active LVN/LPN License
Why Apply?
? Consistent full-time hours
? Long-term contract stability
? Opportunity to gain valuable psychiatric nursing experience
? Supportive clinical onboarding program
? Multiple shift options to fit your schedule
? Immediate openings with a streamlined hiring process
The Psychiatric or Mental/Behavioral Health LPN is responsible and accountable for the application of the nursing process and the delivery of patient care in the psychiatric unit of a hospital, mental health/behavioral health hospital, or they can be responsible for care in community settings.
The LPN must demonstrate the ability to make clinical judgments in an effective and efficient manner with the supervision of a Registered Nurse and in collaboration with the care team.
Minimum Requirements:
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Current LPN license in state of assignment
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1 year experience in a psychiatric care setting preferred
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Current CPR if applicable
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TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
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Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
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Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
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Must be at least 18 years of age
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
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Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
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Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
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401(k) savings plan
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Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Category: Nursing
Job Function: Nursing | LPN | LPN - Psychiatric
Job Type: Contract - Full Time
Setting: Healthcare Facilities
Position Type: Healthcare
Office Number: 0671
Contract Duration: 24
Pay Rate: $1400 / Week
Date Posted: 2026-08-14T12:46:03
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