Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Residential - Behavioral Health

About the role

Provide evidence-informed nursing care for high-acuity behavioral health and/or substance use crises in an acute care facility. Work closely with an interdisciplinary team using clear clinical protocols, safety practices, and coordinated treatment planning. Strengthen assessment, crisis intervention, medication administration, and transition-of-care skills on an overnight schedule.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality patient care by providing prescribed medical treatment, providing physical assessments, developing plans of care, and implementing medical support services.
• Administer medication and treatments as prescribed.
• Gather, monitor, and record patient symptoms, history, and changes in their conditions.
• Perform standard care procedures like drawing blood, checking vital signs, or collecting lab samples.
• Cook with, consult, and problem solve medical care and intervention with Interdisciplinary team members and providers.
• Consistently and independently follow established safety procedures.
• Report any medical or medication errors by end of shift.
• Maintain updated knowledge of professional licensure and medications procedures, healthcare regulations, standards, and best practices, by actively participating in professional and educational development.
• Participate in staff meetings and inter-agency meetings as required.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and performance improvement projects.
• Document and audit the medical record for all medically necessary client care to ensure continuity of care.

Requirements

• Licensed Practical Nurse license (pass NCLEX-PN exam) required.
• Valid Colorado driver’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire and a clean driving record required.
• DORA license or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire required.
• Basic Life Support Certification, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• More than two years of nursing experience preferred.
• Experience working in behavioral health and substance use preferred.
• Bilingual/bi-cultural preferred.

Skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of clinical protocols and safety practices.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Mental health and wellness resources.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurances.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Paid sick leave.
• A range of voluntary benefits.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contributions.

Pay

Salary Range: $25.97 - $36.36 per hour, based on relevant years of experience.

Schedule

Hours: 36 per week, 12-hour shifts.