Registered Nurse/ LPN - PRN Behavioral Health

The Jane Pauley Community Health Center, Inc; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

The Jane Pauley Community Health Center, Inc is seeking a skilled Nurse (LPN/RN) for a PRN Behavioral Health role in Kokomo, Indiana. This position focuses on compassionate care within a behavioral health and recovery setting, emphasizing trauma-informed practices and collaborative team-based care.

As part of Turning Point Recovery Center | Behavioral Health Services, you will monitor patients, administer medications, and support treatment planning within a structured recovery environment, all

Qualifications

• Current Indiana LPN or RN license.
• CPR certification.
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience.
• Strong clinical judgment and patient advocacy skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Basic technical proficiency and ability to document within EHR systems.

Responsibilities

• Assess behavioral and physiological health status upon admission and throughout treatment.
• Administer medications and monitor patient response to treatment.
• Complete CIWA/COWS assessments and monitor withdrawal symptoms.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to communicate patient updates and care plans.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation within the EHR.
• Provide education regarding addiction, recovery, and wellness.

Skills

CPR certification

Clinical judgment

Communication & teamwork

EHR documentation

Education

Indiana LPN or RN license

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Registered Nurse/ LPN - PRN Behavioral Health

Empowering communities through accessible, inclusive, and compassionate care, this is the work we do every day.

At Jane Pauley Community Health Center , every role is connected to something bigger. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we deliver integrated, whole-person care to individuals and families across Indiana, regardless of income or insurance status.

Our teams work at the intersection of clinical excellence and community impact, supporting underserved populations while building a culture rooted in collaboration, respect, and growth. Here, you are not just joining a workplace, you are becoming part of a mission that truly matters.

Nurse PRN (LPN/RN)

Turning Point Recovery Center | Behavioral Health Services

At Jane Pauley Community Health Center , we believe healthcare is about more than treating illness, it is about caring for the whole person. Through Turning Point Recovery Center, our teams provide compassionate, trauma-informed behavioral health and addiction recovery services that support individuals and families through every stage of healing.

We are seeking a Nurse (LPN/RN)to join our recovery team; an ideal opportunity for a compassionate nursing professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about supporting patients through behavioral health and substance use recovery.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Meaningful opportunity to support patients during critical stages of recovery and stabilization
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary environment focused on trauma-informed care
• Direct involvement in behavioral health and substance use treatment services
• Ability to build strong patient relationships while supporting long-term recovery goals
• Mission-driven work that makes a measurable impact in the community

Position Overview

The Nurse (LPN/RN) provides clinical care and monitoring for patients receiving behavioral health and substance use treatment services; ensuring safe, compassionate, and effective care throughout the recovery process.

This role works closely with clinical and medical teams to assess patient needs, administer medications, monitor withdrawal symptoms, and support coordinated treatment planning within a structured recovery environment.

What You’ll Do

Clinical Care & Patient Monitoring

• Assess behavioral and physiological health status upon admission and throughout treatment
• Conduct medical screenings to support admission and treatment decisions
• Administer medications and monitor patient response to treatment
• Complete CIWA/COWS assessments and monitor withdrawal symptoms
• Respond appropriately to changes in patient condition and elevate concerns as needed
• Provide education regarding addiction, recovery, medications, and wellness
• Support patients with empathy, professionalism, and trauma-informed care practices
• Promote patient safety, dignity, and engagement throughout treatment
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to communicate patient updates and care plans
• Participate in shift handoff communication and treatment team coordination
• Support a collaborative, respectful, and recovery-focused environment

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation within the Electronic Health Record (EHR)
• Ensure compliance with nursing standards, HIPAA, and organizational policies
• Participate in quality improvement and safety initiatives as needed

What You Bring

Required

• Current Indiana LPN or RN license
• CPR certification
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience
• Strong clinical judgment and patient advocacy skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilitiesBasic technical proficiency and ability to document within EHR systems

Preferred

• Experience in behavioral health, substance use treatment, or detox settings
• Experience with CIWA/COWS assessments and withdrawal management
• Familiarity with trauma-informed and recovery-oriented care models

Join Us

If you are a compassionate nursing professional who is passionate about behavioral health, recovery support, and making a meaningful impact in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply and be part of a team transforming lives through care and recovery.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Purpose-driven work that directly impacts access to care across our communities
• Robust benefits package (medical, dental, vision) designed to support you and your family
• Generous PTO because we believe caring for others starts with caring for yourself
• 401(k) with employer contribution to help you plan for what’s ahead
• Life and disability coverage for peace of mind

Here, you are not just filling a role—you are helping shape healthier communities and advancing equitable care every day!