LPN Relief

US Diversity Job Search; Holyoke (MA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

403(b) retirement plan

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Behavioral Health Network (BHN) seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join its Respite team serving Holyoke and Westfield. The LPN will deliver direct nursing care, perform intake assessments, administer medications, and support aftercare planning in a community-based setting.

The role requires MA LPN licensure, at least 1 year of behavioral health experience, and strong communication with providers. Competitive benefits and a mission-driven culture are offered.

Qualifications

• LPN licensure in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• Minimum 1 year of training in behavioral health and 1 year of post-graduate nursing experience.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical and nursing services to individuals in the Respite program.
• Administer, transcribe, and verify medications; document progress and treatment plans.
• Collaborate with Nurse Manager and providers on referral/treatment planning and medical interventions.
• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and document findings.
• Complete paperwork including nursing assessments, progress notes, medication orders, and discharge summaries.
• Provide MAP-competency training to staff and maintain program documentation.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) — MA license

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 LPN to join our Respite team in Holyoke and Westfield and help advance our mission of empowering people to live healthier, more fulfilling lives.

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'll Do

• The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for Respite provides direct clinical and nursing services to individuals served by the program.
• The LPN performs intake nursing assessments, administers, transcribes and verifies medications, records progress with treatment, consults providers, provides medication education and facilitates aftercare planning for individuals served.
• Consults regularly with Nurse Manager, providers, program staff for purpose of referral/ treatment planning, and medical interventions for individuals served.
• Performs comprehensive nursing assessments, including review of systems, diagnosis and mental status to treat or recommend treatment for needs that arise.
• Transcribes and administers medication to participants if MAP staff are not available, maintaining accurate MAP program documentation.
• Interacts with providers/pharmacy/Emergency Departments/significant others to assess and treat the individual's needs and current situation.
• Completes all paperwork such as nursing assessment, progress notes, transcribing medication orders, and discharge summaries in a clear, timely manner to document treatment.
• Provides training to MAP-certified staff using the MAP Competency Evaluation Tool Forms for general knowledge and individual specific procedures for high-alert medications.
• Maintains appropriate boundaries for behavioral health interventions with individuals served.

Who You Are

• High School Diploma or GED (required)
• Minimum of 1 year of training working in behavioral health and 1 year post graduate experience in medical-surgical nursing required.
• Licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts required.
• Must have basic understanding of mental health issues and appropriate pharmaceutical and psychoeducational treatment interventions.
• Ability to provide high-quality community-based care to program participants, including information about recovery, health, wellness and medication education to individuals served.

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.

Pay: $42.00- 45.00 per hour Shift: Per-Diem