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Licensed Practical Nurse

Beacon Specialized Living
Columbia, MO Intern
POSTED ON 7/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/8/2026
At Beacon, we're more than a healthcare provider—we're a team dedicated to helping children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism, severe mental illness, and complex behavioral needs live healthier, more independent lives.

We're looking for a compassionate, organized, and clinically skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our nursing team. In this role, you'll partner with our Director of Nursing and interdisciplinary teams to ensure individuals receive exceptional medical care while supporting our residential programs.

If you're looking for meaningful work, a supportive team, and a schedule that supports work-life balance, we'd love to meet you.

Why Join Beacon?

  • No regularly scheduled weekends or holidays
  • Monday–Friday, day shift schedule
  • Flexible scheduling (40 hours/week)
  • Competitive benefits package
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Meaningful work supporting individuals with diverse healthcare needs
  • Collaborative, team-focused culture

What You'll Do

As an LPN, you'll play a vital role in promoting the health and well-being of the individuals we serve by:

  • Monitoring resident health concerns through daily follow-up and routine in-person visits
  • Administering medications, injections, and vaccinations as ordered
  • Completing nursing assessments, diabetic foot assessments, AIMS assessments, and Health Care Appraisals (HCAs)
  • Coordinating medical care, appointments, hospital admissions/discharges, medication changes, and physician orders
  • Monitoring medications for accuracy, interactions, side effects, and compliance
  • Supporting psychiatric, medical, dental, and vision care coordination
  • Providing hands-on medical skills training for Direct Support Professionals
  • Participating in interdisciplinary care team meetings
  • Educating staff and individuals on medication management, infection prevention, health maintenance, and medical equipment
  • Serving as a healthcare liaison for families, guardians, providers, and care teams
  • Auditing electronic health records (EHR) and electronic medication administration records (eMAR)
  • Assisting with policy development, infection control initiatives, controlled substance destruction, and medical on-call rotation
  • Triaging medical concerns and supporting continuity of care
  • Performing additional duties as assigned

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

  • Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of practice
  • Minimum 2 years of nursing experience
  • Valid driver's license with reliable transportation for travel between residential homes
  • Ability to pass a criminal background check
  • Current required certifications and mandatory training
  • Strong English communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Eligibility to work within Beacon programs in accordance with state and federal regulations

Skills for Success

  • Strong clinical nursing knowledge and sound judgment
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
  • Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
  • Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong computer and documentation skills
  • Ability to de-escalate challenging situations with professionalism and compassion
  • Passion for providing person-centered care

About Beacon

Beacon is a nationally recognized behavioral health organization providing residential services and supports to children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism, severe mental illness, and individuals with high-acuity behavioral needs. Our team is committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations, HCBS guidelines, accreditation standards, and Community Mental Health requirements.

Join Our Team

If you're a compassionate LPN who wants to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a predictable weekday schedule and a supportive team environment, we encourage you to apply today. Together, we're helping individuals live healthier, fuller lives.

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