Evening/Weekend Behavioral Health Crisis LPN

Job Description:

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Location: Kirksville, MO
Department: Crisis Center
Employment Type:

Shift: Evenings/Weekends

Job Summary:
Are you a passionate and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) looking to make a positive impact in the lives of individuals in residential care facilities, behavioral health, and/or substance use disorder treatment programs? Do you want to work in a supportive and dynamic environment where you can grow your skills and advance your career? Join our team at Preferred Family Healthcare as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)!

As an LPN, you'll provide essential nursing services to clients, maintain a safe and therapeutic environment, and support patients through various nursing duties across outpatient psychiatry, addiction, and housing services. Our ideal candidate is passionate about providing quality care, has strong clinical and communication skills, and thrives in a collaborative healthcare setting.

Kirksville, MO offers a variety of events and activities to choose from. Whether it’s visiting the state park, stopping by the farmers market, being engaged in the college and universities, or enjoying community events and businesses. Kirksville is a community driven hub with a high quality of life. Join us in making a difference in the lives of our clients and advancing your career!

Position Perks & Benefits:

• 29 Days of PTO

• Eligibility for HRSA Loan Repayment *eligibility requirements

• Employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more**

• Competitive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan – up to 5% match for Part-Time and Full-Time employees

• Company-paid basic life insurance

• Emergency Medical Leave Program

• Flexible Spending Accounts – healthcare and dependent child-care

• Health & Wellness Program

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Employee Discount Program

• Mileage Reimbursement

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer medications to clients via various methods, including oral, injection, and self-administration, according to service line requirements.

• Perform nursing assessments, including physical and mental health evaluations, and psychiatric screeners.

• Document medication administration and nursing assessments accurately and completely.

• Conduct MAR reviews and medication counts, monitor house stock of medications, and manage refill status for housing clients.

• Communicate with clients regarding medication questions and needs, staging refill requests to providers as per standard policies.

• Room clients, verify client data and medical history, confirm purpose of visit, and obtain necessary physical preliminary requirements.

• Complete all required documentation in a timely manner, including nursing assessments, client interventions, nursing-led educational groups, and client safety plans.

• Ensure that all medical and medication records are up-to-date and accurate.

• Assist with general lab and phlebotomy duties as needed.

• Function as a resource person for nursing and medical issues, overseeing infectious disease control, client hygiene, and related health concerns.

• Participate in all required meetings and perform other related duties as assigned by nursing leadership.

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

• Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state of practice.

• Graduation from an accredited practical nurse program.

Required License/Certification (one of the following):

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.

Additional Qualifications:

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Ability to accurately enter, transcribe, record, and store information in various formats, including electronic health records.

• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and protecting sensitive information.

• Skilled at reading and interpreting medical documents, including lab results and electronic health records.

• Strong problem-solving abilities and adaptability to new challenges.

• Demonstrated willingness to learn, grow, and collaborate with a team.

Supervisory Requirements:

• N/A

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Preferred Family Health Care is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.