Behavioral Health LPN Per Diem

Embark Behavioral Health; Tennessee; On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mastery Program

Positive Outcomes

Family Approach

Employee Assistance

Job summary

Embark Behavioral Health in Benton, Tennessee is seeking a part-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LVN/LPN) to provide high-quality medical care to adolescents in a team-based setting.

The role includes health assessments, medication management, vital signs monitoring, and coordination with clinical staff, with per diem flexibility and weekend/evening shifts.

Qualifications

• Active RN or LPN license in Tennessee.
• Ability to obtain CAQH profile and NPI during onboarding.
• Experience with adolescent populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical care, including emergency response and general needs.
• Accurately sort and administer medications; maintain narcotics accountability.
• Accompany students to medical appointments and coordinate lab draws.
• Share medical information with the treatment team and psychiatrist in writing and verbally.
• Maintain an active nursing license in Tennessee.

Skills

Strong clinical skills

Empathetic care

Adolescent care experience

Fast-paced environment

Valid driver's license

Background check ready

Education

Active RN or LPN License in Tennessee

Job description

Overview

Nurse - Part time

Pay:$30.00 - $35.00 per hour based on experience

Location:Benton, TN

• Availability to work two weekends per month (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday)
• Ability to work one evening shift per week (2:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.)
• Weekday availability as needed for vacation coverage

Are you a compassionate and detail-orientedLicensed Practical Nurselooking for a flexible per diem opportunity?Embark Behavioral Healthis seeking aLVN/ LPN - Part timeto deliver high-quality medical care to adolescents in a supportive, team-based environment. In this role, you'll assess health needs, manage medications, monitor vitals and behavior, and collaborate with clinical staff to promote whole-person wellness. Join a mission-driven organization that’s transforming youth mental health across the country—one life at a time.

Located near theHiwassee River and Tennessee mountains, ourtherapeutic wilderness settingprovides the perfect backdrop for transformation. Ourhome-like residential programfosters healing for both clients and staff, offering an opportunity to make a lasting impact while growing personally and professionally.

Responsibilities

• Medical Care & Health Assessments: Provide comprehensive medical care, including emergency response and general needs. Respond promptly to reports of pain or illness, conducting thorough assessments to determine the appropriate course of action.
• Medication & Narcotics Management: Accurately sort and administer medications according to prescribed schedules. Maintain strict accountability for narcotics by counting and tracking during each shift.
• Medical Appointments & Lab Coordination: Accompany students to medical appointments, communicating findings to parents and the Nursing Manager. Coordinate and facilitate lab draws to ensure accurate and timely results.
• Medical Communication: Share relevant medical information with the Treatment Team and Psychiatrist, both verbally and in writing..
• Licensure Maintenance: Complete all necessary activities to uphold an active and valid nursing license in the State of Tennessee

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21

• Active RN or LPN Licensein Tennessee.

• Strong clinical skills(assessments, medication management, vitals monitoring).

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environmentand provideempathetic care.

• Experience with adolescents(preferred but not required).

• Valid driver’s licenseand ability to pass abackground check.

• Candidates must be prepared to establish a CAQH profile and obtain a National Provider Identifier (NPI) as part of the onboarding process.

Benefits

• Become the Best of the Best:Access to an established Mastery Program that offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth.
• Proven Positive Outcomes:You’ll have the satisfaction of knowing that your work is making a tangible difference in young adults and adolescents lives.
• Holistic Family Approach:Embark recognizes the importance of treating families which is crucial for sustained recovery and well-being for teens.
• Robust (EAP)Employee Assistance Program.

Embark Behavioral Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Embark is committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience it offers through the diversity of its employees and community. Embark seeks to recruit and support a broadly diverse staff who will contribute to the organization's excellence, diversity of viewpoints and experiences, and relevance in a global society.

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