Licensed Vocational Nurse

County of Sonoma

Santa Rosa, CA

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Hourly: $32.15 –$ 41.46

Monthly: $5,591.74 - $7,211.00

Annually: $67,100.91 - $86,532.00

Closing Date: 6/2/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

This is an exciting opportunity to provide vital care to young people in need while working with a dedicated, mission-driven team. If you’re a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) ready to make an impact, apply today and help us build a healthier community!

The Department of Health Services (DHS) is currently recruiting to fill a Licensed Vocational Nurse position at either the I or II level. If you would like to be considered for both opportunities, please apply to each concurrent recruitment separately.

Level I - https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sonoma/jobs/4931275/licensed-vocational-nurse-i

Level II - https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sonoma/jobs/4931404/licensed-vocational-nurse-ii

NOTE: A current LVN license is required for this position and must be maintained as a condition of employment in this job classification.

The County of Sonoma’s Department of Health Services is seeking a compassionate and team-oriented LVN to join our Youth and Family Services (YFS) outpatient team at the Lakes campus in Santa Rosa. As part of a multidisciplinary team, the LVN provides essential nursing support to youth receiving outpatient behavioral health services. Working on-site, you will be responsible for supporting psychiatric care by coordinating and managing client health needs in a fast-paced clinical environment. This position will work onsite Monday through Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, excluding County holidays. Responsibilities include: 

• Taking and recording vital signs for clients during on-site appointments

• Answering client and caregiver inquiries about medications, including side effects, refill issues, and lab work

• Documenting all services and communications in the electronic health record (EHR) system

• Communicating urgent needs to psychiatrists and other providers

• Accepting and documenting verbal medication orders from psychiatrists

• Managing and administering injectable medications

• Processing and managing referrals for clients stepping down to lower levels of care

• Coordinating with primary care providers to request medical referrals, lab work, and follow-up notes

• Collaborating daily with other LVNs and the wider care team, including prescribers, therapists, social workers, and case managers

The ideal candidate will also possess many of the following:

• A strong client-centered and recovery-focused mindset

• Prior experience working with children, youth, and families (preferred)

• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities

• Comfort and experience with EHR systems

• Strong attention to detail, time management, and documentation skills

• Knowledge of or experience with mental health and/or substance use treatment

• Familiarity with local community resources and services

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills, preferred, but not required

What We Offer

Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you're working to better our communities. You can also look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits* including:

•  Hybrid Telework - A schedule that meets the needs of our staff, department operations, and the communities we serve may be available, depending on the assignment

•  Salary Advancement - A salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range

•  Paid Time Off - Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year

•  County Paid Health Premium Contributions - 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options

•  Post-Retirement Health Reimbursement Arrangement - County contributions to help fund post-retirement health insurance/benefits

•  Retirement - A pension fully integrated with Social Security

•  Paid Parental Leave - May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) after 12 months of County employment

•  Student Loan Debt Relief – County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education

**Salary is negotiable within the established range for the position level and benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. For more information, including minimum qualifications, & to apply, visit www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org or call 707-565-2331.

The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need.