Location: San Diego, CA

Start Date: 03-30-2026

End Date: 10-05-2026

Contract Type: Contract

Shift Type: Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM (day)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $51 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide attentive, compassionate psychiatric care to patients within the correctional setting
• Conduct regular observations and document patient behavior, changes, and interventions accurately
• Collaborate with nursing and mental health teams to support treatment plans and continuity of care
• Assist with medication administration and monitor for effects (per scope of practice for licensure)
• Use de-escalation techniques and safe-practice protocols to maintain a secure environment
• Participate in shift handoffs and communicate critical information clearly to the care team
• Support patient safety, infection control, and facility policies consistently

Qualifications

• Active Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) in California — LPT will be given priority
• Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) candidates considered; valid CA LVN license required if applying as LVN
• Reliable attendance and ability to work the scheduled days: Sun, Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat
• Comfortable working in a correctional facility environment and following site-specific protocols
• Willingness to complete required facility onboarding and any mandated training

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Completion of an approved psychiatric technician program (for LPT) or accredited vocational nursing program (for LVN)
• Active CA LPT or CA LVN license as applicable

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong observational skills and accurate clinical documentation
• Basic psychiatric nursing knowledge and familiarity with common behavioral interventions
• Ability to safely de-escalate behaviors and follow safety protocols
• Good communication and teamwork skills across multidisciplinary teams
• Familiarity with medication administration procedures for LVN scope (if LVN)
• Professionalism in a secure/correctional environment

Benefits

• Supportive team environment where your contributions matter — colleagues and leadership who have your back
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy
• Paid time off so you can recharge and come back at your best
• Licensure assistance and professional development opportunities to help you grow
• Structured schedule with consistent evening shifts for reliable work-life planning
• Access to training and on-the-job mentorship — perfect if you want to sharpen correctional psychiatric skills
• Referral program to reward you for helping us find great teammates
• A meaningful role serving a unique population with strong clinical impact

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