Location: Susanville, CA

Start Date: 01-26-2026

End Date: 03-01-2026

Shift Type: Thursday-Monday, 5:45 AM - 2:15 PM (Day shift)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $63 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 compassionate nursing care to patients in a correctional mental health setting, focusing on safety and dignity
• Administer medications and treatments accurately and on schedule, following policy and physician orders
• Assess mental health status, document findings clearly, and communicate changes to the care team
• Participate in patient care planning and collaborate with psychiatric technicians, providers, and custody staff
• Maintain accurate, timely charting and complete required paperwork for continuity of care
• Follow infection control and safety protocols to protect patients and staff in a secure environment
• Support crisis intervention efforts and de-escalation techniques when needed

Qualifications

• Active California LVN license OR active Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or must obtain upon hire
• Previous experience in mental health, correctional health, or psychiatric settings preferred
• Ability to pass facility security clearance and follow correctional facility protocols
• Strong communication skills and a calm, professional approach to crisis situations

Education

• Graduate of an accredited Vocational Nursing (LVN) program or Psychiatric Technician program
• High school diploma or equivalent

Knowledge & Skills

• Understanding of mental health conditions, psychiatric medications, and side effects
• Skill in medication administration, patient assessment, and documentation
• Familiarity with safety, security, and infection control practices in correctional settings
• Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams and custody staff
• Competence in de-escalation techniques and crisis management

Benefits

• Competitive pay with a guaranteed 40 hours per week to give you steady income
• Two-week orientation to set you up for success in the correctional mental health setting
• Medical, dental and vision options to keep you and your family healthy
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help keep your credentials current
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend and get rewarded
• Supportive team environment with experienced clinicians and leadership
• Opportunities for professional growth in correctional and mental health nursing
• Paid time off and flexibility to recharge when you need it

Travel Perks: Explore Susanville, CA

Explore the outdoors during your time off: Susanville offers easy access to Lassen National Forest and Lassen Volcanic National Park for hiking and scenic drives, Eagle Lake for fishing and boating, and local trails for mountain biking. Enjoy quiet small-town charm with local diners and community events, and take weekend trips to regional attractions for a refreshing break from your shift.

Hashtags

#LICENSEDVOCATIONALNURSEJobs #LVNJobs #SusanvilleCAJobs #CorrectionalHealth #MentalHealthNursing #UHCCareers #NursingJobs #LPT #RegistryNurse