LPN: Pediatric Behavioral Health Nurse & Care

HP2; Marshville (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

HP2 (Healthcare Professional Placements) is seeking compassionate Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to provide direct nursing care to children and adolescents receiving behavioral and mental health services. The LPN will work with an interdisciplinary team, administer medications, monitor health, and support treatment plans in a structured behavioral health environment.

Ideal candidates will have an LPN license, BLS, and experience with pediatric/adolescent care, trauma-informed practices, and

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted LPN license in the applicable state.
• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.
• Current BLS certification.
• Strong medication administration and clinical documentation skills.
• Ability and willingness to work directly with children and adolescents receiving mental health services.
• Ability to recognize changes in patient condition and elevate concerns.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to children and adolescents per treatment plans and nursing standards.
• Administer medications safely and document administration.
• Monitor youth for medication effectiveness and health changes.
• Obtain vital signs and document health information.
• Assist with nursing assessments, admissions, discharges, and health monitoring.
• Communicate clinical changes to the RN or care team.
• Support treatment plans established by the interdisciplinary team.
• Provide health education to youth on medications and wellness topics.
• Maintain confidential nursing documentation.
• Participate in shift reports and share relevant information.

Skills

LPN license

BLS certification

Medication administration

Clinical documentation

Team collaboration

Trauma-informed care

Professional boundaries

Pediatric/adolescent care

Education

Practical Nursing program

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

HP2 (Healthcare Professional Placements) is seeking compassionate Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to provide direct nursing care to children and adolescents receiving behavioral and mental health services. The LPN will work with an interdisciplinary team, administer medications, monitor health, and support treatment plans in a structured behavioral health environment.

Ideal candidates will have an LPN license, BLS, and experience with pediatric/adolescent care, trauma-informed practices, and