Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN

Description

Now Hiring:
Mental Health LPN – Starting at $28.09-$31.09 per hour

Final date to receive applications:
Tuesday, September 22nd, 2026 at 7:00am CDT.

CIC Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Hays, Kansas | Crisis Intervention Center

Starting at $28.09-$31.09 per hour [based on experience] | Shift differentials available- earn $1-3 more per hour) | $500 SIGN-ON BONUS

Full-time | In-person | [PRN & Part-Time hours also available]

Fixed shift time assignment 7pm-7am | >3 days per week | [Week 1 = Week 3;
Week 2 = Week 4] | Working every other weekend | Some holidays required | [PRN LPN also available]

Be a part of history. High Plains Mental Health Center is proud to have launched one of Kansas’s first Crisis Intervention Centers (CIC) — and we want YOU to be part of this groundbreaking journey. This center is already playing a vital role in transforming mental health care across northwest Kansas by easing the burden on local hospitals and law enforcement, shortening inpatient waitlists, and providing critical mental health services close to home for those in need.

As a 24/7 inpatient facility, the CIC offers multiple shifts and a variety of career opportunities. Now is the time to raise your hand and secure your spot! For more information about the Crisis Intervention Center (CIC), please visit: [HPMHC CIC].

If you’re ready for a rewarding opportunity, and want to be supported by an organization that stands by its mission of being “Here for You,” this is your chance.

This position is ideal for an LPN who thrives in fast-paced environments, remains calm under pressure, and wants to make a meaningful difference in their community. At the CIC, your key responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the admission process, including conducting basic physical & behavioral health assessments. Document patient history and vitals.
• Administering and monitoring psychiatric medications, including observing side effects and adverse reactions.
• Providing direct patient care, including helping with daily living tasks and crisis support.
• Implementing suicide prevention protocols and other individualized safety plans.
• Utilizing de-escalation techniques to manage behavioral health emergencies.
• Maintaining detailed and timely documentation of all care provided and changes in patient condition.
• Assisting with discharge planning and care coordination in collaboration with case managers and the clinical team.
• Attending required staff trainings on trauma-informed care, emergency procedures, psychopharmacology, and crisis intervention.

At High Plains Mental Health Center,
we're here for you — not only for the individuals and communities we serve, but for every member of our team. Our mission drives everything we do, and that includes supporting our employees with the same compassion
, dedication
, and care we offer our clients.

When you join us, you become part of a purpose-driven organization where your work has a real impact
. You’ll provide critical mental health services to those who need them most, while being part of a team that values your expertise, supports your well-being, and invests in your professional growth through continuous learning and career advancement opportunities.

- Competitive Pay: from $ per hour [plus earn $1-$3 more per hour with shift differentials!]

- Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Excellent Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Extended Illness Time
• 403(b) Plan
• KPERS Retirement Plan
• Supplemental Benefits
• HSA & FSA
• Holiday pay [holiday pay in addition to any hours worked; our Center recognizes 7 holidays]
• Convention Leave & Funds [to obtain CEUs]
• License Renewal
• Scholarship,…