PRN LPN Crisis

Family & Children's Services•Oklahoma City, OK

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides direct nursing care to clients in acute crisis within a behavioral health setting. The role involves monitoring vital signs, performing basic health assessments, administering medications, and supporting client admissions and discharges. The LPN will also provide nursing support during episodes of emotional or behavioral escalation, monitor for changes in client health, and maintain accurate electronic health records. Collaboration with an interdisciplinary team is essential for crisis stabilization goals. The role also includes maintaining a safe and therapeutic unit environment, supporting meal service, and participating in team communication and training.

Requirements

Current, unrestricted LPN license in the State of Oklahoma.
Must meet all credentialing and background check requirements as set by ODMHSAS and HOPE.
CPR certification required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in behavioral health, substance use, or crisis stabilization preferred.
De-escalation or crisis intervention training preferred.

Responsibilities

Adheres to agency policy and procedures, CARF and DMHSAS standards and criteria, federal and state confidentiality rules and regulations including HIPAA and 42CFR part 2, and any special funding source requirements.
Supports and promotes a service environment for individuals in immediate need of behavioral health and/or co-occurring services that are recovery focused, welcoming, and attentive to the needs of individuals who may have experienced trauma in their lives.
Attends annual core competencies training in relationship to individuals with co-occurring disorders or who have experienced trauma in their lives.
Deliver direct nursing care to clients in acute crisis, including vital sign monitoring, basic health assessments, and ongoing observation.
Administer prescribed medications and monitor for adverse reactions, side effects, and medication compliance.
Assist with client admissions and discharges, ensuring accurate documentation, medication reconciliation, and respectful communication throughout the process.
Provide nursing support during episodes of emotional or behavioral escalation using calm, trauma-informed responses.
Monitor clients for physical or mental health changes and escalate concerns to medical or clinical staff as appropriate.
Maintain timely and accurate nursing documentation in the electronic health record, following HOPE and ODMHSAS standards.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team—including prescribers, therapists, case managers, and peer support staff—to support short-term crisis stabilization goals.
Promote a clean, safe, and therapeutic unit by participating in routine safety checks and supporting light housekeeping duties.
Support meal service by assisting with distribution of food and ensuring proper sanitation standards are met.
Participate in shift handoffs, daily team meetings, and required trainings to support continuity of care and team communication.
Maintain safe storage, handling, and administration of medications, including controlled substances, in accordance with policy.
Treat all clients with dignity and respect, maintaining appropriate boundaries and adhering to trauma-informed principles.