Overnight Behavioral Health LVN/LPN

Discovery Behavioral Health; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Discovery Behavioral Health in Chicago seeks an LVN/LPN to deliver compassionate nursing care to individuals with addiction, eating disorders, and co‑occurring mental health conditions. Under supervision, you will support safe medication administration, monitor health status, and contribute to a collaborative, multidisciplinary treatment environment to promote safety, dignity, and recovery.

The role emphasizes direct patient care, routine assessments, accurate documentation in EMR/MAR,

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved nursing program with current state licensure.
• One year of experience in mental health, substance use, or eating disorders preferred.
• Knowledge of medications, indications, dosages, and adverse effects.
• CPR/First Aid certification maintained; CPI within 90 days of hire; Serv Safe within 90 days if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to a behavioral health population in a safe, therapeutic setting.
• Take vital signs, perform basic assessments, and assist with care planning.
• Administer medications as prescribed and document in EMR/MAR.
• Collaborate with RNs, physicians, psychiatrists, and the care team.
• Document incidents, medication errors, and safety concerns per policy.

Skills

Vital signs

Medication administration

Documentation

Team collaboration

Patient education

Emergency response

Education

Nursing licensure (RN/LPN)

CPR certification

CPI certification within 90 days

Serv Safe certification within 90 days if applicable

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Medication Administration Records (MAR)

Job description

Discovery Behavioral Health in Chicago seeks an LVN/LPN to deliver compassionate nursing care to individuals with addiction, eating disorders, and co‑occurring mental health conditions. Under supervision, you will support safe medication administration, monitor health status, and contribute to a collaborative, multidisciplinary treatment environment to promote safety, dignity, and recovery.

The role emphasizes direct patient care, routine assessments, accurate documentation in EMR/MAR,