LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE (SAFETY)

Job Description

Department of State Hospitals JC-515560 - Licensed Vocational Nurse (Safety) 12 HR Med Room - Hospital Wide - Metropolitan State Hospital - 26-120 LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE (SAFETY) $5,082.00 - $6,361.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. Final Filing Date: 4/30/2026 Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off Job Description and Duties Metropolitan State Hospital is located in the city of Norwalk. DSH-Metropolitan is accepting Employment Applications (STD 678 form) for Licensed Vocational Nurse (Safety) - Medication Room, Permanent/Fulltime, 12-hour shift positions. Job Description: The incumbent will work under general supervision and, in addition to their custody responsibilities, are expected through their attitude, knowledge, and performance to facilitate the rehabilitation of patients; work to maintain order and supervise the conduct of patients, to protect and maintain the safety of persons and property; to provide a basic level of general behavioral psychiatric nursing care to patients who are mentally disordered offenders; and to participate in the overall psychiatric treatment program. Highly Desirable Skills: Computer (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills, ability to take initiative, multitask and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment, good interpersonal skills, and the ability to work closely and efficiently with others. Incumbents in this position will be assigned to work 12-hour shifts. Candidates must be willing to work in any Unit/Program and any Shift to meet the needs of the facility. Minimum Qualifications Possession of a valid, active license from the State of California to practice as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. To be considered for this job opportunity, applicants must have eligibility by way of permanent civil service status, be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE ELIGIBILITY, YOU MUST TAKE THE EXAM. It is your responsibility to ensure you meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the announcement. The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy. Please ensure that you take the exam listed as "LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE, CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS AND REHABILITATION". EXAM LINK: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=3321 TRAINING EXPECTATIONS: If selected it is mandatory that you attend New Employee Orientation (NEO) in its entirety. NEO can be scheduled up to 30 days for level of care staff (clinical). Position Details Job Code #: JC-515560 Position #(s): 487-264-8274-XXX Working Title: Licensed Vocational Nurse (Safety) 12 HR Med Room - Hospital Wide - Metropolitan State Hospital - 26-120 Classification: LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE (SAFETY) $5,082.00 - $6,361.00 T New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of Positions: 1 Work Location: Los Angeles County Telework: In Office Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Facility: DSH - Metropolitan Department Information Opened in 1916, DSH-Metropolitan State Hospital is in the vibrant community of Norwalk,15 miles east of Los Angeles. To the south are entertainment venues like Disneyland, Knott's Berry Farm, the marinas and beaches of Huntington, Newport and Laguna. To the west are Palos Verdes and Marina Del Rey. DSH-Metropolitan State Hospital has an open campus within a security perimeter. The hospital operates approximately 826 beds. The commitment categories of patients treated at DSH-Metropolitan: Lanterman-Petris-Short (LPS) Act, Incompetent to Stand Trial (PC 1370), Offenders with Mental Health Disorders (Penal Code Section 2964/2972/2974), Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity (PC 1026). Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov/Metropolitan Special Requirements The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired. The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired. The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired. The position(s) require(s) a(n) CA LVN License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired. Unless there is a specific request to be notified via USPS mail, our main contact will be via email. Email correspondence regarding this job posting will primarily come from MSH.Recruitment@dsh.ca.gov. It is the applicant’s responsibility to check their email inbox, including junk/spam emails for any correspondence regarding their application status. In addition, applicants are encouraged to keep their CalCareers profile updated with a current telephone number, mailing address, and email. Employees applying for this position who wish to be considered on a transfer basis must meet the minimum qualifications and all transfer rules. You may also be required to provide additional documents, such as copies of your college transcripts during the screening process when applicable. Please provide proof of the highest paying class you were permanently appointed to from an eligible list. All Examination and/or Employment Application forms must include: “to” and “from” dates (month/day/year); time base; and civil service class titles. Examination and/or Employment Application forms received without this information will be rejected. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed Examination and/or Employment Application (STD. 678) form. Note: If you are applying for multiple positions, you must complete a STD 678 for each position separately. Incomplete applications or applications received with multiple positions listed on one application will not be considered. EMAILED OR FAXED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED Applicants are responsible for obtaining proof of mailing or submission of their applications to MSH-Human Resources Department, Selection Services Unit. Confirmation/receipt of USPS mailed submittals can only be provided for by Certified Mail. Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application. Final Filing Date: 4/30/2026 Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s). How To Apply Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below: Address for Mailing Application Packages You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to: Department of State Hospitals DSH - Metropolitan Attn: HR-Selection Services Unit 11401 South Bloomfield Ave Norwalk, CA 90650 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Department of State Hospitals DSH - Metropolitan HR-Selection Services Unit 11401 South Bloomfield Ave Norwalk, CA 90650 Offices are closed on weekends and holidays. 07:30 AM - 04:30 PM Required Application Package Documents The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting. Benefits Working for the State offers great opportunities, generous benefits, and career development. Benefits information may be obtained by going to https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx In addition, you can look forward to: *Free parking *Free onsite gym *Free onsite electric vehicle chargers *Rideshare resources *Convenient to public transportation *Located near major freeway access *Multiple eateries within walking distance Contact Information The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process. Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov/Metropolitan Human Resources Contact: HR-Selection Services Unit (562) 521-1814 MSH.Recruitment@dsh.ca.gov Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office. EEO Contact: EEO Coordinator (562) 455-4147 Yesenia.Mazariegos@dsh.ca.gov California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device. Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.