LPN

Behavioral Health Network, Inc (BHN); Boston (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO (Generous PTO)

403(b)

Educational assistance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

BHN is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN) to join our Western Massachusetts team on a Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm schedule. You will administer medications, monitor patients, and collaborate with counselors, recovery coaches, case managers, and medical staff to support individualized treatment plans.

We offer comprehensive benefits, ongoing professional growth, and a mission-driven culture rooted in Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork as BHN has done since 1938.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts LPN license in good standing is required.
• Strong assessment, communication, and documentation skills.
• Experience with substance use and co-occurring disorders is required.
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments as ordered.
• Monitor and document health status of individuals.
• Conduct nursing assessments and monitor withdrawal symptoms.
• Communicate changes in condition to medical staff.
• Assist with medication reconciliation and education.
• Maintain accurate EHR documentation.
• Respond to medical emergencies and crises.
• Collaborate with counselors, case managers, and medical staff.
• Support a safe and therapeutic treatment environment.
• Participate in shift reports and quality improvement.

Skills

Assessment skills

Documentation

Communication

Substance use disorder experience

Team collaboration

Detox/behavioral health experience

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Job description

• Purpose-Driven Work - Make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals, families, and communities throughout Western Massachusetts.
• Professional Growth - Access ongoing training, mentorship, career development, and advancement opportunities across one of the region's largest behavioral health organizations.
• Supportive Team Culture - Join a collaborative workplace guided by our HEART values: Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork.
• Stability & Opportunity - Build your career with a well-established organization serving Western Massachusetts since 1938.
• Comprehensive Benefits - Generous PTO, 403(b), educational assistance, medical, dental, vision, employee assistance programs, and more.
• Certified Great Place to Work - Work for an organization recognized for creating a positive and engaging employee experience.

What We Offer

• Purpose-Driven Work - Make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals, families, and communities throughout Western Massachusetts.
• Professional Growth - Access ongoing training, mentorship, career development, and advancement opportunities across one of the region's largest behavioral health organizations.
• Supportive Team Culture - Join a collaborative workplace guided by our HEART values: Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork.
• Stability & Opportunity - Build your career with a well-established organization serving Western Massachusetts since 1938.
• Comprehensive Benefits - Generous PTO, 403(b), educational assistance, medical, dental, vision, employee assistance programs, and more.
• Certified Great Place to Work - Work for an organization recognized for creating a positive and engaging employee experience.

What You Will Do

• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders, nursing standards, and agency policies.
• Monitor and document individuals' physical and behavioral health status.
• Conduct nursing assessments and ongoing monitoring of withdrawal symptoms and medical concerns.
• Communicate significant changes in condition to medical providers and nursing leadership.
• Assist with medication reconciliation, medication education, and discharge planning.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the electronic health record.
• Respond appropriately to medical emergencies and crisis situations.
• Collaborate with counselors, recovery coaches, case managers, and medical staff to support individualized treatment plans.
• Promote a safe, respectful, and therapeutic treatment environment.
• Participate in shift reports, team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives.

Who You Are

• Current Massachusetts Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing (required)
• Strong assessment, communication, and documentation skills
• Ability to work effectively with individuals experiencing substance use and co-occurring disorders (required)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Experience in substance use disorder treatment, detoxification, CSS, behavioral health, psychiatric nursing, or residential treatment settings

Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm

Pay Range: $38.00 - $40.00 per hour

We Hire for HEART!

Since 1938, BHN has delivered high-quality, culturally responsive behavioral health care, building deep roots in Western Massachusetts while expanding our impact in communities throughout the state. Our core values - Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork - guide how we lead, serve, and support one another. If you're ready to bring your skills and experience to a mission-driven organization where your work can make a meaningful difference, we'd love to hear from you.

BHN is committed to social justice and diversity and strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.