Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)

Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Greenville; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Greenville is looking for a compassionate and motivated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). The role emphasizes exceptional patient care and community engagement, ensuring individuals experiencing behavioral health challenges receive the support they need.

As an LPN, you will provide safe nursing care, assist in treatment planning, educate patients and families, and maintain compliance with hospital policies. If you are passionate about mental health and want to make a difference, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Current Mississippi Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license required.
• Current BLS Certification required.
• Preferred experience in behavioral health or psychiatric nursing.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, compassionate nursing care to patients.
• Administer medications and monitor patient responses.
• Document patient care accurately in medical records.
• Participate in community outreach and educational events.

Skills

Compassionate nursing care

Interpersonal skills

Documentation skills

Organizational skills

Education

Current LPN license

BLS Certification

Job description

Join Our Team!

Freedom Behavioral Hospital is seeking a compassionate and motivated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). This position combines exceptional patient care with community engagement to help individuals experiencing behavioral health challenges receive the support they need.

If you are passionate about mental health, enjoy building relationships, and want to make a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide safe, compassionate nursing care to behavioral health patients.
• Complete nursing assessments and assist with developing individualized treatment plans.
• Administer medications and monitor patient responses.
• Document patient care accurately and timely in the electronic medical record.
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment, medications, and wellness.
• Monitor patient progress and communicate changes to the interdisciplinary treatment team.
• Participate in patient admissions, discharge planning, and ongoing care coordination.
• Assist with community outreach, educational events, and referral source engagement.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with physicians, hospitals, agencies, and community partners to promote IOP services.
• Maintain compliance with hospital policies, HIPAA regulations, and all applicable state and federal requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current Mississippi Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license required.
• Current BLS Certification required.
• Behavioral health or psychiatric nursing experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Professional appearance and commitment to outstanding customer service.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Freedom Behavioral provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, and training.