Behavioral Health LPN
About The Position
The Behavioral Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides compassionate, hands-on 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 supports patient safety, stabilization, and recovery through medication administration, patient monitoring, behavioral observation, crisis intervention, and care coordination. The role helps maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for patients. This is a part-time position in the Behavioral Health Unit at Saint John Hospital in Leavenworth, Kansas. The shift is days, with 12-hour shifts from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The listed employment status is Part Time < 60.
Requirements
- Current and valid state license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Psychiatric Technician.
- Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current certification.
- 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 in accordance with policy and regulations.
Benefits
- Full benefits are mentioned; details are provided via the employer's benefits webpage.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
