LPN-PACT

Behavioral Health Network, Inc (BHN); Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful impact

Collaborative team

Community-based care

Team culture

Job summary

Behavioral Health Network (BHN) in Massachusetts seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join its PACT team in Worcester. You will provide direct nursing care in homes and community settings, administer medications, educate clients and families, and coordinate with a multidisciplinary team to support recovery and independent living.

Requirements include a valid MA LPN license, a high school diploma or GED, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts LPN license in good standing
• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum 1 year nursing experience preferred, psychiatric/behavioral health exposure a plus

Responsibilities

• Participate in data collection related to psychiatric, medical, and functional status of individuals served on the PACT team
• Provide direct nursing care within scope of practice, including psychiatric and medical medications in-office and in community settings
• Educate clients and families on mental illness and co-occurring conditions under RN/NP guidance
• Support medication adherence strategies, including injectable meds, blister packs, and home delivery as needed
• Document care in the record and communicate with the multidisciplinary team at daily meetings and shift reports
• Maintain confidentiality per 42 CFR
• Provide health assessments and monitor chronic conditions in coordination with PCP/specialists
• Prepare nursing assessments and progress notes per policy
• Monitor medication logs and use EMR/staff logs for clinical updates
• Serve as liaison to hospitals and medical facilities for physical/behavioral health needs
• Participate in 24/7 PACT crisis intervention and community outreach visits
• Provide in-service training and pursue ongoing staff development

Skills

LPN

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Massachusetts LPN license

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Behavioral Health Network (BHN) is a leading statewide provider of behavioral health services and a Certified Great Place to Work. Since 1938, BHN has helped individuals, families, and communities thrive through compassionate, high-quality care and support. With deep roots in Western Massachusetts and a growing presence in communities throughout the state, we are currently seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Program for Assertive Community Treatment (PACT) team and help advance our mission of empowering people living with serious mental illness to live healthier, more independent lives in the community.

What We Offer

• Meaningful Impact – Provide direct, hands‑on nursing care that supports the health, recovery, and community integration of individuals with serious and persistent mental illness
• Collaborative Clinical Team – Work under the guidance of the Medical Director and PACT Team Leader alongside psychiatrists, nurses, case managers, and peer specialists in a true team-based model
• Community-Based Practice – Deliver care where individuals live, work, and spend their time, rather than solely in a clinical office setting
• Supportive Team Culture – Join a team guided by our HEART values: Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork
• 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

• Participate in data collection related to the psychiatric, medical, and functional status and needs of individuals served on the PACT team
• Provide direct nursing care within scope of practice, including administering and monitoring psychiatric and medical medications, both in‑office and in community settings (homes, shelters, and other locations)
• Educate individuals served and their families on mental illness, co‑occurring medical conditions, treatment, and prognosis, reinforcing teaching under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Nurse Practitioner
• Support medication adherence strategies, including injectable medication administration, blister‑packing, and home delivery of medications as needed
• Thoroughly and accurately document all aspects of care in the individual's record, communicating pertinent information to the multidisciplinary team at daily organizational meetings and shift report
• Maintain strict confidentiality of individuals served information in accordance with 42 CFR
• Provide health assessments and monitor chronic medical conditions for individuals served, coordinating with primary care and specialty providers as needed
• Prepare and submit nursing assessments and progress notes in accordance with organizational and regulatory policy
• Monitor medication logs for accuracy and use EMR/staff logs to convey pertinent clinical information
• Serve as liaison to area hospitals, emergency departments, and medical facilities, and act as a resource for individuals served and their families regarding physical and behavioral health needs
• Participate in crisis intervention and outreach as part of the PACT team's 24/7 availability, including community‑based visits as scheduled
• Provide ongoing in‑service training and consultation to staff, and participate in continuing education and staff development activities

Who You Are

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Current Massachusetts Board of Registration license as a Licensed Practical Nurse
• Minimum one year of nursing experience preferred; experience with psychiatric or behavioral health populations a plus
• Skilled in applying the nursing process to individuals served and their families, including those with serious mental illness and co‑occurring substance use or medical conditions
• Comfortable providing services in community settings, including individuals' homes and other non‑clinical environments
• Able to collaborate with and appropriately delegate to other caregivers within a multidisciplinary team
• Knowledgeable in utilization/review standards, quality assurance, and applicable regulatory standards
• Able to understand, empathize, and work effectively with individuals experiencing serious mental illness, including those with co‑occurring disorders
• Working knowledge of the ethics and legal parameters of mental health and substance use treatment
• Valid driver's license required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

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 compassion and dedication to a mission‑driven organization where your work truly matters, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay Range: $32.00–$37.50/hr