Psychiatric LPN

Amergis; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 62,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) savings plan

Competitive pay

Weekly paychecks

Job summary

Amergis is seeking a Psychiatric LPN to provide patient care in healthcare facilities, particularly in psychiatric units. The role involves applying the nursing process and collaborating with a care team, with an emphasis on effective clinical judgments.

The position requires a current LPN license and preferably one year of experience in a psychiatric or behavioral health setting. Competitive pay and various benefits are offered, including health insurance and a 401(k) savings plan.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate ability to make clinical judgments effectively.
• Responsible for application of nursing process in psychiatric unit.

Skills

Clinical judgments

Patient care

Collaboration with care team

Education

Current LPN license in state of assignment

1 year experience in psychiatric setting

Current CPR certification

Health certificate

Job description

Psychiatric LPN

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Job Type: Travel

Pay: 1540 Week

Hours: 36.00

Location: Kinston, NC

The Psychiatric orMental/Behavioral Health LPN is responsible and accountable for the applicationof the nursing process and the delivery of patient care in the psychiatric unitof a hospital, mental health/behavioral health hospital, or they can be responsiblefor care in community settings.

The LPN must demonstrate the ability to make clinicaljudgments in an effective and efficient manner with the supervision of aRegistered Nurse and in collaboration with the care team.

Minimum Requirements:

• Current LPN license in state of assignment


• 1 year experience in a psychiatric or behavioral health caresetting preferred


• Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice


• Current CPR if applicable


• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable


• Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)


• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements


• Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks


• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance


• 401(k) savings plan


• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Category:

Nursing

Job Function:

Nursing | LPN | LPN - Psychiatric

Job Type:

Travel

Setting:

Healthcare Facilities

Position Type:

Healthcare

Office Number:

0142

Contract Duration:

16

Pay Rate:

$1540 / Week

Date Posted:

2026-09-04T18:16:25