New School for Child Development·Los Angeles, California
The Program Nurse is responsible for administering prescription and non-prescription medications to students while maintaining all mandated documentation. They also provide treatment for student injuries and illnesses and ensure a safe work environment.
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Project Six offers a safe, structured residential program for adolescents ages 12–21 who need intensive support for emotional, behavioral, and social challenges. Our relationship-based approach helps teens build coping skills, strengthen communication, and prepare for successful reintegration into home, school, and community life.
As a Program Nurse at Project Six, you will play a vital role in supporting the health, safety, and well-being of residents while collaborating closely with residential staff, therapists, educators, families, and multidisciplinary treatment teams.
The Program Nurse is responsible for ensuring safe and compliant medication administration, monitoring resident and student health needs, responding to illness and injury, maintaining required medical documentation, and serving as a healthcare resource for residents, families, and staff.
This role requires strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with individuals who may have developmental, behavioral, or mental health challenges.
Learn more about our Residential Programs here [https://helpgroup.org/residential-living/].
We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.
Candidates must hold a current certification as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse. Paid work experience in medication administration and general nursing duties is required.
Market context
In California, Licensed Vocational Nurse Program Nurse roles are often driven by steady demand in schools, clinics, and care programs that need reliable medication administration and general nursing support. These jobs are competitive because employers typically look for current RN or LVN certification plus hands-on experience, and this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. Before applying, confirm your license status and prepare examples of medication administration work that match the role.
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