Licensed Practical Nurse - Weekend Night Shift

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Full Time Hays, KS, Hays, KS, US

5 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $21.00 To $23.00 Hourly

Full-Time Night Shift: Saturday-Sunday 7pm-7am

At KVC, we believe exceptional behavioral healthcare begins with compassionate professionals who are committed to helping people heal. If you're an LPN who wants more than just a job—if you're looking for meaningful work, a supportive team, and an organization that values your wellbeing—we invite you to join us.

Our team members consistently report a positive work experience because we invest in a culture built on collaboration, respect, support, and purpose. When you join KVC, you become part of a mission-driven organization where your voice matters and your contributions make a lasting impact.

Meaningful work that directly impacts the lives of children, adolescents, and families

Collaborative interdisciplinary treatment teams

Supportive leadership and opportunities for professional growth

A culture rooted in compassion, authenticity, innovation, and inclusion

An organization recognized by employees with an Indeed Work Wellbeing Score of 83

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides compassionate, high-quality nursing care in an inpatient psychiatric setting. This role is responsible for medication administration, patient monitoring, documentation, care coordination, and supporting patients throughout their treatment journey.

As a valued member of the treatment team, you will help create a safe, therapeutic environment while collaborating with medical, psychiatric, and clinical professionals to ensure patients receive exceptional care.

Administer medications and maintain accurate medication administration records

Utilize barcode scanning technology for medication administration

Review and implement physician orders promptly

Monitor patient health status and report significant changes

Obtain and document vital signs, assessments, and patient information in the electronic health record (EHR)

Collect laboratory specimens as ordered

Provide first aid and basic wound care within LPN scope of practice

Coordinate patient appointments and communicate with pharmacies regarding medication needs

Participate in treatment team meetings and care planning

Assist patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene, nutrition, and mobility

Facilitate hygiene and educational groups

Support admissions, discharges, and patient transitions

Assist with crisis intervention and de‑escalation techniques

Collaborate with medical and psychiatric providers to ensure continuity of care

Maintain infection control standards and report concerns appropriately

Ensure timely, accurate, and complete documentation

Communicate with guardians and family members as appropriate

Adhere to all HIPAA, facility, state, and federal regulations

Age Requirement

Must be at least 20 years of age

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) certification

Licensure

Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of Kansas

Valid driver’s license

Experience

Three to six months of related nursing experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in behavioral health, psychiatric, or mental health settings

At KVC, our values guide everything we do:

Helping people is at the heart of our work

Authenticity and compassion define our character

Family connection drives our culture

Urgency and innovation shape our approach

Diverse perspectives strengthen our success

We are committed to creating an environment where employees feel respected, supported, and empowered to do their best work.

This position requires frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, and assisting patients in a clinical environment. Team members may regularly lift up to 10 pounds, frequently lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift up to 75 pounds. The role requires the ability to respond quickly in emergency situations and maintain awareness of patient and environmental safety.

If you're seeking a nursing career where your compassion, clinical skills, and commitment to patient care can make a real difference every day, we encourage you to apply.

Apply today and become part of the KVC team!