Evening LPN - Mental Health & Developmental Care

State-of-Missour; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Missouri Department of Mental Health is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN) for the St. Charles Habilitation Center in Missouri. The role focuses on medication administration, vital signs, and participation in care plan activities within the Nursing unit.

The successful candidate will observe patient conditions, report changes, and assist with rehabilitation, ambulation, and transfers. A Missouri LPN license is required, with considerations for disciplinary history as per DMH policies.

Qualifications

• This position requires a current Missouri Practical Nurse license.
• DMH disciplinary policies apply; candidates must be free of discipline for twelve months.
• Experience with nursing care in mental health or developmental disabilities settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and prescribed treatments.
• Take vital signs and monitor patient conditions.
• Assist with care plan activities and rehabilitation, ambulation, and transfers.
• Observe and report patient conditions and behaviors to the care team.

Skills

Bedside care

Vital signs

Observation & reporting

Care plan support

Education

Missouri LPN license

Job description

Missouri Department of Mental Health is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN) for the St. Charles Habilitation Center in Missouri. The role focuses on medication administration, vital signs, and participation in care plan activities within the Nursing unit.

The successful candidate will observe patient conditions, report changes, and assist with rehabilitation, ambulation, and transfers. A Missouri LPN license is required, with considerations for disciplinary history as per DMH policies.