Behavioral Health LPN: Compassionate Care & Stability

Rose L Dodge; Glenview (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental, vision

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Legends is seeking a compassionate Behavioral Health Nurse (LPN) to join our care team. This role provides a safe, stable, and supportive environment for residents with behavioral health needs, combining clinical judgment with empathy.

The nurse will administer medications, monitor residents, document care, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team. A Tennessee LPN license and CPR certification are required, with a full-time day shift.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Tennessee LPN license.
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong assessment, communication, and documentation skills.
• Dependable, professional, and able to remain calm in challenging situations.
• Compassionate and respectful approach to individuals with behavioral health needs.
• Behavioral health, psychiatric, long-term care, or residential-care experience is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care in accordance with physician orders and individualized care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments accurately and safely.
• Monitor residents for changes in physical, emotional, and behavioral condition.
• Complete timely and accurate nursing documentation.
• Respond appropriately to behavioral concerns, changes in condition, and emergencies.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, providers, and members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Support a calm, respectful, and therapeutic living environment.
• Maintain resident rights, dignity, privacy, and confidentiality.
• Follow all facility policies and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Provide guidance and support to direct-care staff as needed.

Skills

Assessment skills

Communication

Documentation

Calm under pressure

Compassion

Behavioral health knowledge

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Legends is seeking a compassionate Behavioral Health Nurse (LPN) to join our care team. This role provides a safe, stable, and supportive environment for residents with behavioral health needs, combining clinical judgment with empathy.

The nurse will administer medications, monitor residents, document care, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team. A Tennessee LPN license and CPR certification are required, with a full-time day shift.