{"id":20576,"date":"2026-05-28T20:46:56","date_gmt":"2026-05-28T20:46:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/job\/mental-health-lpn\/"},"modified":"2026-06-25T11:50:48","modified_gmt":"2026-06-25T15:50:48","slug":"mental-health-lpn","status":"publish","type":"ch_job","link":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/job\/mental-health-lpn\/","title":{"rendered":"Mental Health LPN"},"content":{"rendered":"

Now Hiring: Mental Health LPN \u2013 Starting at $28.09-$31.09 per hour<\/strong><\/p>\n

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APPLICATION DEADLINE: <\/strong>Wednesday, June 24th, 2026 at 7:00am CDT.<\/p>\n

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Position:<\/strong> CIC Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)<\/p>\n

Location:<\/strong> Hays, Kansas | Crisis Intervention Center<\/p>\n

Pay: <\/strong>Starting at $28.09-$31.09 per hour [based on experience] | Shift differentials available- earn $1-3 more per hour) | $500 SIGN-ON BONUS<\/p>\n

Job Type: <\/strong>Full-time | In-person | [PRN & Part-Time hours also available]<\/p>\n

Schedule: <\/strong>Fixed shift time assignment. Pick between 7am-7pm OR 7pm-7am | >3 days per week | [Week 1 = Week 3; Week 2 = Week 4] | Working every other weekend | Some holidays required | [PRN & Part-Time LPN also available]<\/p>\n

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WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Be a part of history<\/strong>. High Plains Mental Health Center is proud to have launched one of Kansas\u2019s first Crisis Intervention Centers (CIC) \u2014 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.<\/p>\n

As a 24\/7 inpatient facility,<\/strong> 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].<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re ready for a rewarding opportunity, and want to be supported by an organization that stands by its mission of being \u201cHere for You,\u201d this is your chance. APPLY TODAY!<\/strong><\/p>\n

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WHAT YOU\u2019LL DO:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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:<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Assisting with the admission process, including conducting basic physical & behavioral health assessments. Document patient history and vitals.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Administering and monitoring psychiatric medications, including observing side effects and adverse reactions.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Providing direct patient care, including helping with daily living tasks and crisis support.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Implementing suicide prevention protocols and other individualized safety plans.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Utilizing de-escalation techniques to manage behavioral health emergencies.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Maintaining detailed and timely documentation of all care provided and changes in patient condition.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Assisting with discharge planning and care coordination in collaboration with case managers and the clinical team.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Attending required staff trainings on trauma-informed care, emergency procedures, psychopharmacology, and crisis intervention.<\/p>\n

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WHY JOIN US?<\/strong><\/p>\n

At High Plains Mental Health Center, we’re here for you \u2014 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 <\/strong>we offer our clients.<\/p>\n

When you join us, you become part of a purpose-driven organization where your work has a real impact. You\u2019ll 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 <\/strong>through continuous learning and career advancement opportunities.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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WHAT WE OFFER:<\/strong><\/p>\n

– Competitive Pay: <\/strong>from $28.09-31.09 per hour [plus earn $1-$3 more per hour with shift differentials!]<\/p>\n

– Comprehensive Benefits Package:<\/strong><\/p>\n

o Excellent Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance<\/p>\n

o Life Insurance<\/p>\n

o Paid Time Off & Extended Illness Time<\/p>\n

o 403(b) Plan<\/p>\n

o KPERS Retirement Plan<\/p>\n

o Supplemental Benefits<\/p>\n

o HSA & FSA<\/p>\n

o Holiday pay [holiday pay in addition to any hours worked; our Center recognizes 7 holidays]<\/p>\n

o Convention Leave & Funds [to obtain CEUs]<\/p>\n

o License Renewal<\/p>\n

o Scholarship, work-study, & internship opportunities for employees<\/p>\n

o $500 SIGN-ON BONUS [awarded after successful completion of 90-day orientation]<\/strong><\/p>\n

o And more!<\/p>\n

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QUALIFICATIONS:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00b7 Must be at least 21 years old with current Kansas LPN licensure.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Preferred, but not required: at least one year in psychiatric, emergency, behavioral health, or inpatient mental health care.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Muss pass pre-employment drug screening.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Must pass all required background checks (KBI, KDADS, etc).<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Must maintain a valid driver’s license; [MVR will be checked]. No substance-related driving offenses in the past 5 years.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Physically & mentally capable of working in high-pressure situations and responding to emergencies.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Must comply with TB testing and health screening protocols.<\/p>\n

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SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION:<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re ready to take the next step in your career and make a difference in the future of mental health services, we want to hear from you! APPLY TODAY using this link: [HPMHC CAREERS!]<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

If you have any questions or need help with documentation, please feel free to contact CAREERS@HPMH.COM.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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High Plains Mental Health Center \u2013 We\u2019re Here For You!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_ch_employer_id":"13926","_ch_external_id":"11084698","_ch_location_state":"","_ch_location_city":"","_ch_is_ocr_job":"","_ch_expiration_date":"2026-06-28","_ch_apply_link":"https:\/\/monmouth.joinhandshake.com\/jobs\/11084698\/share_preview"},"ch_stakeholder":[],"ch_class_year":[],"ch_job_category":[86],"ch_career_skill":[],"ch_industry":[62],"class_list":["post-20576","ch_job","type-ch_job","status-publish","hentry","ch_job_category-full-time","ch_industry-healthcare-medicine-wellness"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ch_job\/20576","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ch_job"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/ch_job"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=20576"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"ch_stakeholder","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ch_stakeholder?post=20576"},{"taxonomy":"ch_class_year","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ch_class_year?post=20576"},{"taxonomy":"ch_job_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ch_job_category?post=20576"},{"taxonomy":"ch_career_skill","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ch_career_skill?post=20576"},{"taxonomy":"ch_industry","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ch_industry?post=20576"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}