Entry Level Licensed Practical Nurse

Step One Halfway House; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Step One Halfway House is seeking an Entry-Level Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our residential behavioral health team. This 51-bed facility provides a structured, supportive environment where new grads can contribute to medication management and patient care alongside a Registered Nurse and therapists.

The role emphasizes monitoring, documentation, and compassionate, non-judgmental care to promote long-term wellness within a team-based setting.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Arizona LPN license (or compact state license).
• Arizona Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card eligibility.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.
• Behavioral health experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Medication Administration
• Patient Assessment & Monitoring
• Clinical Documentation
• Health & Hygiene Support
• Crisis Management
• Care Coordination

Skills

Medication Administration

Patient Assessment

Monitoring

Clinical Documentation

Health & Hygiene Support

Crisis Management

Care Coordination

Education

Active Arizona LPN License (or compact state)

Arizona Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card

CPR and First Aid certification

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate, dependable, and detail-oriented, Entry-Level Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our residential behavioral health team (New Grads Welcome). In this role, you will provide high-quality nursing care to patients navigating recovery and behavioral health challenges in a structured, supportive 51 bed residential environment. The ideal candidate will excel at medication management, patient monitoring, and fostering a safe, respectful community focused on long-term wellness, all while working side-by-side with our Registered Nurse, Therapists, and other LPN's.

• Medication Administration
• Patient Assessment & Monitoring
• Clinical Documentation
• Health & Hygiene Support
• Crisis Management
• Care Coordination
• Qualifications & Requirements
  • Licensure: Active, unrestricted Arizona LPN License (or valid compact state license) in good standing.
  • Clearances: Must possess, or be eligible to obtain, an Arizona Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card.
  • Certifications: Current CPR and First Aid certification.
  • Experience: Prior experience in behavioral health, psychiatric nursing, substance use disorder recovery, or residential care settings is preferred, but not necessary.
  • Core Competencies: Strong clinical boundaries, excellent communication skills, and an empathetic, non-judgmental approach to patient care across diverse populations.
• Work Environment & Schedule
• Dynamic, 24/7 residential facility environment requiring collaboration and active movement throughout the shift.
• Available shifts may include days, evenings, and rotating weekends.
• NO overnight shifts – may be required to be on-call