Contract Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Adolescent Psychiatric Unit

Contract Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Adolescent Psychiatric Unit

Contract Options: 60-Day or 90-Day Contracts
Available Shifts: Days & Nights
Schedule: 12-Hour Shifts
Guaranteed Hours: 36 Hours Per Week
Work Location: In Person – Adolescent Inpatient Psychiatric Unit
Pay: Negotiable Based on Experience

Job Description

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) for 60-day and 90-day contract positions within our adolescent inpatient psychiatric unit.

As a Contract Psychiatric LPN, you will provide direct nursing care and support to adolescents experiencing acute mental health and behavioral health needs. Working alongside RNs and members of the multidisciplinary treatment team, you will assist in maintaining a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment while providing high-quality patient care.

Contract opportunities are available for day and night shifts, with 36 hours guaranteed per week. Compensation is negotiable and based on experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to adolescent psychiatric patients in accordance with the established plan of care.
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor patients for effectiveness, side effects, and adverse reactions within the LPN scope of practice.
• Monitor patients' physical, mental, emotional, and behavioral status and report significant changes to the appropriate clinical team member.
• Accurately document nursing care, medications, patient behavior, and response to treatment.
• Assist with the implementation of individualized treatment and nursing care plans.
• Provide therapeutic support while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries with adolescent patients.
• Help maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment for patients.
• Respond appropriately to behavioral and psychiatric crises and assist with de-escalation and intervention procedures.
• Collaborate with RNs, psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, mental health technicians, and other members of the multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Educate and reinforce information with patients and families regarding medications, treatment recommendations, and coping strategies as appropriate.
• Follow all facility policies, safety procedures, documentation standards, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Current and valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in Louisiana.
• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.
• Previous psychiatric, behavioral health, or adolescent nursing experience preferred.
• Strong communication, documentation, observation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm and respond effectively in crisis situations.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Compassionate, professional, and patient-centered approach to care.
• Ability to commit to the requirements of a 60-day or 90-day contract assignment.

Contract Details

• 60-day and 90-day contract options available
• 36 guaranteed hours per week
• Day and night shift opportunities
• 12-hour shifts
• Contract nurses are expected to fulfill the scheduling requirements for the duration of their selected contract.
• Opportunity for continued or permanent employment may be available upon successful completion of the contract, based on facility needs and performance.

Join our team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of adolescents facing mental health challenges.

Work Location: In person

Salary : $58,280 - $82,757