Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - PRN
Lincoln Healthcare Location: Southaven, MS Schedule: PRN | 36 Hours per Week Available Shifts: Days & Nights Available Shift Hours: 6:45 AM - 7:15 PM or 6:45 PM - 7:15 AM (12-Hour Shifts) Pay Rate: $36 - $40 / hour DOE
Position Overview
Lincoln Healthcare is seeking experienced and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to join a behavioral health and substance use treatment facility in Southaven, Mississippi. This PRN opportunity offers flexible scheduling with both day and night shifts available.
The ideal candidate will have experience providing nursing care within Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Detoxification, and Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment settings. Candidates must be comfortable working with patients experiencing addiction, withdrawal symptoms, co-occurring mental health disorders, and behavioral health crises.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care and nursing services under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and medical provider.
- Monitor and assess patients for changes in medical, psychiatric, and withdrawal status.
- Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and facility protocols.
- Complete accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record.
- Monitor vital signs and withdrawal symptoms using established assessment tools.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary treatment teams to support patient recovery and treatment goals.
- Respond appropriately to behavioral health emergencies and crisis situations.
- Maintain compliance with facility policies, state regulations, and patient confidentiality requirements.
Qualifications
Required
- Current, active Mississippi Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing.
- Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience in one or more of the following:
- Detoxification (Detox)
- Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Treatment
- Behavioral Health
- Mental Health
- Addiction Medicine
- Current BLS certification.
- Strong assessment, documentation, and communication skills.
Preferred
- Experience working in inpatient behavioral health or residential treatment settings.
- Experience caring for patients experiencing withdrawal and co-occurring psychiatric disorders.
- Familiarity with EMR systems and behavioral health documentation.
Why Join Lincoln Healthcare?
- Flexible PRN scheduling
- Day and night shift opportunities
- 12-hour shifts for work-life balance
- Weekly pay options available
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in behavioral health and addiction recovery
- Dedicated staffing support from Lincoln Healthcare
Apply today to join our team and help support individuals on their journey toward recovery and improved mental health.