Behavioral Health LPN
About The Position
The Behavioral Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides compassionate, hands-on nursing care to patients with acute mental health needs in an inpatient behavioral health setting. Working alongside Registered Nurses and an interdisciplinary care team, the LPN helps promote patient safety, stabilization, and recovery through medication administration, patient monitoring, behavioral observation, crisis intervention, and care coordination. The role supports a safe, therapeutic environment for patients. This is a part-time position on the day shift at Saint John Hospital in Leavenworth, Kansas. Shifts are 12 hours, from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm. Full benefits are referenced on the Prime Healthcare careers benefits page.
Requirements
- Current and valid state license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Psychiatric Technician.
- Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
- IV certification within 90 days of hire.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care to patients with acute mental and behavioral health needs in an inpatient setting.
- Observe, monitor, and document patient behavior, mental status, and safety risks.
- Administer medications as ordered and monitor for side effects.
- Assist with crisis intervention and de-escalation to promote unit safety.
- Support admissions, discharges, and transfers, including patient education.
- Collaborate with RNs, providers, and the interdisciplinary care team.
- Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation according to policy and regulations.
Benefits
- Full benefits are offered; specific benefits are not listed in the posting.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
