Behavioral Health LPN

St. John's Hospital • Leavenworth, KS

4d • Onsite

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 full-time night-shift position in the Behavioral Health Unit at Saint John Hospital in Leavenworth, Kansas. Shifts are 12 hours, from 7:00 pm to 7:00 am. A $10,000 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 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 available; specific benefits are not enumerated in the posting.
• $10,000 sign-on bonus available for qualified candidates, subject to eligibility and payout terms.

What This Job Offers

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