Job Description:

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse, Starting at $56,000/annually
Location: Farmington, Missouri
Department: Recovery Services
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary:

Join our compassionate and collaborative team in making a difference in the lives of others as a Licensed Practical Nurse. We are seeking a dedicated and skilled professional who brings strong clinical expertise, exceptional communication abilities, and a genuine commitment to patient care. Your empathy, attention to detail, and ability to work effectively in a team environment will be valued as you contribute to our mission of providing outstanding behavioral healthcare.

As an LPN, you'll be at the forefront of providing vital nursing services in outpatient psychiatry, addiction recovery, and housing programs. You'll have the opportunity to use your expertise to improve health outcomes while being part of a mission-driven organization committed to saving and changing lives. Your role will involve direct patient care, medication management, and collaboration with our multidisciplinary team to ensure the highest quality of care for our clients.

Farmington offers a welcoming community atmosphere with beautiful scenic surroundings in the heart of Missouri. The area provides an excellent quality of life with affordable living, outdoor recreation opportunities, and a strong sense of community spirit.

The Licensed Practical Nurse position offers…

All-Inclusive Employee Benefits Package - A robust full-time employee benefits package encompassing health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, life insurance, wellness program, generous paid time off, and moreTelemedicine - 24/7 phone, web, or mobile app medical, behavioral health, & dermatology visitsEmployee Assistance Program - 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no costCareer Advancement & Wage Growth - Grow in your career with great opportunities for upward mobility and added incomeComprehensive Training - Learn and develop skills with our robust on-the-job trainingWorkplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagementFlexible scheduling opportunitiesCollaborative team environmentOngoing professional development opportunities

Key Responsibilities:

Provide compassionate, client-centered nursing care while conducting thorough physical and mental health evaluationsAdminister medications using various methods and educate clients on proper medication managementCollaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective treatment plansMaintain accurate documentation and medical records while ensuring compliance with regulationsFacilitate client intake processes and nursing-led educational groupsOversee medication inventory and manage house stock medicationsDevelop safety plans in partnership with clientsEnsure adherence to infection control standards and address health-related concernsServe as a clinical resource for nursing and medical concerns under nursing leadership

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:

Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state of practiceGraduation from an accredited practical nurse program

Additional Qualifications:

Current driver's license, acceptable driving record, and auto insuranceStrong communication and problem-solving skills with a commitment to confidentiality and professionalismProficiency in electronic health records and the ability to interpret lab results and procedural documents

Physical Requirements:

Perform sedentary work involving occasional lifting or carrying of up to 10 poundsFrequent repetitive hand and arm movements for typing and writing during shiftsMay involve brief periods of walking or standing

Brightli is on a Mission: At Brightli, we are passionate about transforming lives through exceptional behavioral healthcare. Your expertise as an LPN will directly contribute to our mission of providing hope and healing to those in need. Join our team today and become part of a movement dedicated to making a lasting difference in our community. Together, we can create positive change, one life at a time. Apply now to start your journey with us!

Keywords: LPN, Licensed Practical Nurse, Behavioral Health Nursing, Addiction Recovery, Healthcare Jobs, Missouri Nursing, Mental Health Care, Substance Use Treatment, Medical Professional, Healthcare Career

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 value diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are passionate about empowering your local communities and promoting health equity, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization that is committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive and authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expressions, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.

Southeast Missouri Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.