Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Behavioral Health Licensed Practical Nurse - Springfield, Missouri About Perimeter Behavioral Health Perimeter Behavioral Health of Springfield is one of the leading mental and behavioral healthcare providers in the country.

Our state-of-the-art facility features a specialized sensory room, gym, game room, and library.

Our team ensures patients receive high-quality, personalized care they need to overcome mental health and behavioral challenges.

We are seeking nurses to join our mission and exhibiting the following core values:

• · C- Compassion · A- Accountability · R- Respect · E- Empowerment Role Overview Join our dedicated nursing team in making a lasting difference in the lives of children and adolescents facing mental health challenges.
• As a Behavioral Health RN, you'll provide compassionate, evidence-based nursing care while working collaboratively with our multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Through your work, you'll help restore hope and transform the lives of our patients and their families.
• Why Join Perimeter?

Comprehensive Benefits · Competitive salary · 401(k) plan with company match · Health, dental, and vision insurance · Life insurance · Generous paid time off · Supplemental insurance plans available Professional Growth · Supportive team environment · Provide a comprehensive orientation and onboarding to have confidence and support in supporting our patients, and coworkers · Career advancement opportunities · New graduate mentorship program Work Environment · Collaborative, multidisciplinary approach emphasizing teamwork and shared success · Focus on evidence-based practices and innovative therapeutic resources · Access to specialized facilities including a sensory room and other cutting-edge therapeutic tools · Commitment to quality care and patient transformation · Supportive leadership team dedicated to staff development · Opportunity to provide hope and make a meaningful difference in patients' lives Core Responsibilities Clinical Care & Teamwork · Deliver excellent nursing care to adolescents and adults in our behavioral health setting while fostering strong collaborative relationships with the treatment team · Monitor and evaluate patient progress, adjusting care plans as needed through coordinated team efforts · Document patient care accurately and thoroughly through daily progress notes · Actively participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to ensure integrated, holistic patient care Leadership & Environment · Create and maintain a safe, therapeutic environment that protects patients' rights and promotes healing · Build professional relationships with patients, families, and staff members to create a supportive care network · Advocate for patient needs and ensure quality of care through collaborative problem-solving · Opportunities to continue education and develop growth · On-site Handle With Care and Trust-Based Relationship Intervention (TBRI) Instructors that provide both structured courses and real-time coaching on the unit · Hands-on training with Psychiatric Providers · Structured Programming that includes:

• Education and Processing groups with RN’s and Therapists MHT lead groups focused on coping skills, goals, mindfulness, life skills, etc Recreational Therapy that includes designated spaces such as: Sensory Room Library Gym Video Game Room Newly Constructed outdoor space opening this Spring Qualifications Required · Active LPN license in Missouri · Current CPR certification · Strong communication and interpersonal skills · Commitment to patient-centered care Desired Qualifications, but willing to provide training and support in absence of: · Experience in behavioral health or pediatric nursing · Background in inpatient psychiatric care · Knowledge of mental health assessment and treatment Schedule · 12-hour shifts (7am-7pm) · Weekend rotation required Perimeter Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive.
• We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #INDSF Powered by JazzHR