Behavioral Health Nurse - Day Shift

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

Behavioral Health Nurse - LPN

Legends is seeking a compassionate and dependable Behavioral Health Nurse (LPN)to join our care team.

Our nurses play an essential role in providing a safe, stable, and supportive environment for individuals living with behavioral health needs. We are looking for someone who combines strong clinical judgment with patience, empathy, consistency, and respect for every resident.

Position 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

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

Schedule

Full Time, Day Shift

What We Offer

• Supportive and team-oriented work environment

• Meaningful work that makes a difference in residents' lives

• Competitive pay

• Health, Dental, Vision, Supplemental Insurance

• Opportunities for professional growth

If you are a caring nurse who believes every individual deserves dignity, stability, and compassionate care, we would love to hear from you.

Legends is an Equal Opportunity Employer.