LPN Psychiatric

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Montana State Hospital provides skilled nursing care, assessments, planning, interventions, and evaluations for adult clients in a therapeutic environment. This role involves supervising patients, delivering care as directed by medical and nursing providers, and using therapeutic communication and de-escalation techniques to support individuals with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric disorders. The LPN must document patient status accurately and collaborate effectively within the healthcare team.

• Provide patient assessments and document findings appropriately.
• Implement nursing care interventions based on patient needs and provider directives.
• Observe, report, and document patients' physical, emotional, and behavioral status.
• Supervise and account for patients in the facility.
• Maintain and protect patient rights in all interactions.
• Utilize therapeutic communication and de-escalation techniques effectively.
• Use nursing instruments and equipment proficiently.
• Collaborate with medical and nursing providers to ensure quality patient care.
• Maintain accurate patient care records and utilize patient care information systems.
• Adhere to facility policies and procedures regarding patient care and safety.

• Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing.
• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of Montana or compact license.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant nursing experience.
• Ability to perform patient assessments and document accurately.
• Knowledge of psychopharmacology.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in using technology related to patient care information systems.
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification preferred.
• Ability to analyze, assemble, and organize information efficiently.

• Experience providing care to individuals with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric disorders.
• At least 1 year of contract nursing experience.
• Experience working with , adult psychiatric, or autism spectrum patients.

• Ability to work in a therapeutic environment with adult psychiatric and behavioral patients.
• Use of therapeutic communication and de-escalation techniques is essential.
• Shift differential may be available.
• One meal provided per shift.
• Flexibility to work at either the Warm Springs (Main campus) or Grasslands (Helena) locations.

• 12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
• Shift assignments may require flexibility based on facility needs.
• Travel experience of 1-2 years preferred for this role.