LPN - Behavioral Health, FT 12h Days, $35/hr Temp

Lakeland Behavioral Health System; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeland Behavioral Health in Springfield, MO is hiring experienced LPNs for a temporary, full-time 13-week assignment. The role requires at least one year of behavioral health nursing experience, current LPN/LVN license, CPR and de-escalation training, and a commitment to compassionate patient care.

The position offers a fixed rate of $35/hour for 12-hour shifts, with no benefits. Eligible candidates may transition to a permanent FT role; travel stipends are not provided.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing required.
• One or more years' nursing experience within behavioral health preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patient health and provide basic nursing care per plan of care.
• Ensure patient safety and administer interventions as needed.
• Collaborate with the care team to meet biopsychosocial needs and address concerns.
• Document patient progress and report changes to RNs/MDs.
• Maintain professional nursing standards and accurate reporting.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient safety

Communication

Education

Graduate from accredited nursing program

Tools

CPR certification

De-escalation training

First aid training

Job description

Lakeland Behavioral Health in Springfield, MO is hiring experienced LPNs for a temporary, full-time 13-week assignment. The role requires at least one year of behavioral health nursing experience, current LPN/LVN license, CPR and de-escalation training, and a commitment to compassionate patient care.

The position offers a fixed rate of $35/hour for 12-hour shifts, with no benefits. Eligible candidates may transition to a permanent FT role; travel stipends are not provided.