Behavioral Health LPN

St. John's Hospital • Leavenworth, KS

7d • Onsite

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. Care includes medication administration, patient monitoring, behavioral observation, crisis intervention, and care coordination to support a safe, therapeutic environment.

The position is in the Behavioral Health Unit at Saint John Hospital in Leavenworth, Kansas. It is full-time, with day shifts consisting of 12-hour shifts from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. A sign-on bonus is available for qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply, with details discussed during the interview process.

Requirements

• Current and valid state license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Psychiatric Technician.
• Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintenance of 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 referenced on the Prime Healthcare careers benefits page.
• Sign-on bonus of $10,000 is available for qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed