PRN LPN Crisis

Family & Children's Services; Oklahoma City, Northern (OK, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Family & Children's Services in Oklahoma City is seeking a licensed practical nurse to provide direct nursing care in acute crisis, administer medications, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to support short-term crisis stabilization.

The role requires an Oklahoma LPN license, CPR certification, 1-5 years in behavioral health or crisis settings preferred, and willingness to work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays in a 24/7 environment.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted LPN license in Oklahoma.
• Experience in behavioral health, substance use, or crisis stabilization preferred.
• Must meet credentialing/background check requirements.
• CPR certification required; de-escalation/crisis intervention training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to clients in acute crisis.
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor for adverse effects.
• Assist with admissions, documentation, and communication throughout processes.
• Collaborate with prescribers, therapists, case managers, and peer staff for crisis stabilization.
• Maintain accurate nursing documentation in electronic health records.
• Support safety checks and respond to behavioral escalations using trauma-informed approaches.

Skills

Calm, steady care

Communication skills

Observation skills

Clinical judgment

Documentation accuracy

Team collaboration

Trauma-informed care

CPR certification

De-escalation techniques

Education

Associates or better in Nursing

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include thefollowing,other duties may be assigned.

• Adheres to agency policy and procedures, CARF and DMHSAS standards and criteria, federal and state confidentiality rules and regulations including HIPAA and 42CFR part 2, and any special funding source requirements.
• Supports and promotes a service environment for individuals in immediate need of behavioral health and/or co-occurring services that are recovery focused, welcoming, and attentive to the needs of individuals who may have experienced trauma in their lives. Attends annual core competencies training inrelationshiptoindividuals with co-occurring disorders or who have experienced trauma in their lives.
• Deliverdirect nursing care to clients in acute crisis, including vital sign monitoring, basic health assessments, and ongoing observation.
• Administer prescribed medications andmonitorfor adverse reactions, side effects, and medication compliance.
• Assistwith client admissions and discharges, ensuringaccuratedocumentation, medication reconciliation, and respectful communication throughout the process.
• Provide nursing support during episodes of emotional or behavioral escalation using calm, trauma-informed responses.
• Monitor clients for physical or mental health changes and elevate concerns to medical or clinical staff asappropriate.
• Maintaintimelyandaccuratenursing documentation in the electronic health record, following HOPE and ODMHSAS standards.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team—including prescribers, therapists, case managers, and peer support staff—to support short-term crisis stabilization goals.
• Promote a clean, safe, and therapeutic unit byparticipatingin routine safety checks and supporting light housekeeping duties.
• Support meal service byassistingwithdistributionof food and ensuring proper sanitation standards are met.
• Participate in shift handoffs, daily team meetings, and requiredtrainingsto support continuity of care and team communication.
• Maintain safe storage, handling, and administration of medications, including controlled substances,in accordance withpolicy.
• Treat all clients with dignity and respect,maintainingappropriate boundariesand adhering to trauma-informed principles.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current, unrestricted LPN license in the State of Oklahoma.
• Experience in behavioral health, substance use, or crisis stabilization preferred.
• Must meet all credentialing and background check requirements as set by ODMHSAS and HOPE.
• CPR certificationrequired; de-escalation or crisis intervention training preferred.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to provide calm, steady care in high-pressure or emotionally charged situations.
• Knowledge of behavioral health symptoms, psychiatric medications, and basic nursing interventions.
• Excellent communication and observation skills, with strong clinical judgment.
• Dependable and detail-oriented, with a focus onaccuratedocumentation and safe medication administration.
• Team-oriented with a flexible, supportive attitude and commitment to collaborative care.
• Comfortable working with individuals in crisis from diverse backgrounds and with varying needs.
• Committed tomaintainingprofessional ethics, confidentiality, and trauma-informed care practices.
• Reliable attendance and flexibility to work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed in a 24/7 setting.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Deep commitment to serving individuals with complex behavioral health needs with empathy, respect, and dignity.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust, engage clients meaningfully, and meet them where they are—emotionally and physically.
• Ability to apply trauma-informed principles in all interactions, creating a safe, nonjudgmental space for healing and growth.
• Skilledin navigating systems andadvocating forclients to access services that promote stability, independence, and recovery.
• Comfortable working in community-based settings, including homes, shelters, hospitals, and public spaces.
• Organized and self-motivated, able to balance a full caseload while meeting documentation and billing standards.
• Collaborative teammemberwho communicates openly,respectsdiverse perspectives, andcontributesto a supportive work environment.
• Tech-savvy and capable of using electronic health records, documentation systems, and virtual communication platforms.
• Willingness to grow, receive feedback, andparticipatein ongoing training to better serve clients and uphold HOPE’s mission.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read andcomprehendinstructions, detailed correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to families, clients, and other employees of the organization.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to applycommonsenseunderstanding to carry out instructionsfurnishedin written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Ability toseek outsupervisoryassistanceforadditionaltraining when needed and make application of techniques or other skills to meet essential job duties and responsibilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonableaccommodationsmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employeeis regularly required tosit. The employeefrequentlyis required toreach with hands andarms;and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 5 pounds. Employees must havevisionenough to read written or typed data; hearing and speech enough to communicate effectively with staff, clients, andpublicin person or by phone and to dictate service notes for transcription.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonableaccommodationsmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Travel Required

No .

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

Associates or better in Nursing.

Experience

Preferred

1-5 years: Experience in behavioral health, substance use, or crisis stabilization preferred.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Licensed Practical Nurse

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