LPN

Freedom Behavioral Lake Charles is a rapidly expanding psychiatric hospital committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care to both adult and geriatric patients. We are proud to foster a positive, team-oriented environment where exceptional patient care and strong employee support remain at the center of everything we do. Since opening our first facility in Magnolia, Mississippi in 2015, Freedom Behavioral has continued to grow and now operates 12 facilities across Louisiana, Texas, and Mississippi. As we continue to grow, we are excited to expand our Lake Charles team in preparation for increasing our capacity to 46 beds, allowing us to provide care and support to even more individuals within our community. At Freedom Behavioral Lake Charles, our employees are the foundation of our success. Their dedication, compassion, and commitment make a meaningful impact every day, and we are devoted to creating a workplace where team members feel appreciated, respected, and empowered to succeed. We proudly offer competitive compensation, opportunities for career advancement, ongoing education and training, and a strong commitment to promoting a healthy work-life balance. If you are searching for more than just a career—if you are looking for purpose, professional growth, a supportive team environment, and the opportunity to truly make a difference in the lives of others—Freedom Behavioral Lake Charles is the place for you. We are currently seeking Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to join our clinical team, working a 2/3 block schedule and 12-hour shifts.

POSITION SUMMARY:

A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Freedom Behavioral Lake Charles plays a vital role in providing compassionate, high-quality care to patients with mental and behavioral health needs while supporting a safe and therapeutic environment. Working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the LPN assists in delivering both medical and behavioral healthcare services that promote patient stability, comfort, and recovery. In this role, LPNs administer medications and treatments, monitor and document patient conditions, obtain vital signs, and assist with daily patient care activities. They closely observe patient behaviors and medical status, promptly communicating any changes or concerns to the nursing and clinical team to ensure continuity of care and effective treatment planning. LPNs at Freedom Behavioral Lake Charles also provide emotional support, encouragement, and therapeutic interaction to patients throughout their treatment journey. By building trust and maintaining professional, compassionate communication, they play an important role in supporting patient progress and overall well-being. This position requires strong clinical knowledge, attention to detail, communication skills, and a patient-centered approach to care. The ideal candidate is dependable, compassionate, and committed to making a positive impact as an essential member of the Freedom Behavioral Lake Charles healthcare team. PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Education: Certification from approved Practical Nursing Program License: Licensed as an LPN to practice in the State of Louisiana. Experience: One-year LPN experience is preferred. Previous experience with behavioral health and geriatrics is strongly preferred.

BENEFITS:

Challenging and rewarding work environment Excellent staff to patient ratio Competitive Compensation Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan Generous Paid Time Off 401(K) with company match Freedom provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence,compensationand training. All applicants selected for employment will berequiredto undergo a post-offer drug test and federal background investigation. #J-18808-Ljbffr Love Energy Savings