Behavioral Health Nurse

6 days ago


Chancellor, South Dakota, United States Avera Behavioral Health Center Full time

A challenging yet rewarding career opportunity awaits an experienced LPN to join our team at Avera Behavioral Health Center, a leading provider of mental health care services for adolescents and children.

As a Licensed Practical Nurse in our Behavioral Health department, you will play a vital role in delivering compassionate care to young patients facing various mental health challenges. Our team-oriented environment emphasizes teamwork, critical thinking, and autonomous professional nursing practice.

In this dynamic position, you will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to create and deliver high-quality patient care, fostering coping skills and personal development for young patients. You will enjoy a manageable patient ratio in a structured therapeutic setting designed to promote healing and growth.

Key highlights of this exciting opportunity include:

  • An expanding Adolescent program with 40 units
  • A Child unit with 14 beds
  • An Adolescent Residential unit with 8 beds
  • The opportunity to meet over 70 coworkers
  • The chance to change lives of both adolescents and children
  • A 1:7-8 LPN-to-patient ratio
  • A self-scheduling program allowing flexibility

We are seeking a dedicated and motivated individual who shares our commitment to delivering exceptional patient care. If you have a passion for working with children and adolescents, possess excellent communication skills, and value teamwork, we encourage you to apply.

To be eligible for this position, applicants must hold a valid LPN license in the State of South Dakota or meet the requirements for multi-state licensure. A graduate from a CCNE or NLN accredited nursing program is preferred, but not required. Competitive pay ranging from $22.75 to $31.50 per hour is offered, dependent on experience.

If you're ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young patients, explore this exceptional opportunity to join our team as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Behavioral Health at Avera Behavioral Health Center.



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