Psychiatric Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Health Here; Pueblo (CO); In loco; USD 52.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Health Here is seeking a Psychiatric LPN to provide direct nursing care in behavioral health settings, focusing on patient safety, stabilization, and recovery. You will administer medications, monitor vital signs, and support treatment plans in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

We value compassionate, patient-centered care, adherence to clinical documentation standards, and proactive communication with RNs, physicians, therapists, and families to ensure coordinated care.

Competenze

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with psychiatric/behavioral health experience or strong interest.
• Proficient in medication administration and patient monitoring.
• Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care and safety.
• Knowledge of documentation requirements and compliance standards.
• Effective teamwork and communication with interdisciplinary teams.

Mansioni

• Administer medications and monitor vital signs.
• Support and follow behavioral health treatment plans.
• Document patient status and care activities per standards.
• Collaborate with RNs, physicians, therapists, and families.
• Promote a safe, therapeutic environment and respond to patient needs.

Conoscenze

LPN psychiatric

Vital signs monitoring

Team collaboration

Documentation & compliance

Patient-centered care

Formazione

LPN license (psychiatric)

Descrizione del lavoro

Psychiatric LPN delivers direct nursing care in behavioral health settings, supporting patient safety, stabilization, and recovery.

Key Duties

• Administer medications and monitor patients’ vital signs.
• Support and follow behavioral health treatment plans.
• Document patient status and care activities in accordance with clinical and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with RNs, physicians, therapists, and families to ensure coordinated care.
• Promote a safe, therapeutic environment while responding to patient needs.

Qualifications & Skills

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with experience or strong interest in psychiatric/behavioral health.
• Strong medication administration and patient monitoring skills.
• Ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care and maintain safety.
• Knowledge of clinical documentation requirements and compliance expectations.
• Effective teamwork and communication with interdisciplinary care teams.