LPN-Behavioral Health

Overview

We are looking for part-time or PRN staff to work in our department! These are the current hours we have available: 

• Days, 7:00 am - 7:00 pm, for 48 hours per pay period
• Evenings, 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm, for 32 hours per pay period
• Nights, 7:00 pm - 7:00 am, for 24 hours per pay period
• PRN, as needed 

Make a Difference Every Day – LPN | Geropsych & Behavioral Health

Looking for a nursing career where compassion matters just as much as clinical skill? Join our Geropsych & Behavioral Health team and provide exceptional care to adult patients in a supportive, collaborative hospital environment. If you're passionate about building meaningful connections, advocating for patients, and helping individuals navigate their mental health journey, we'd love to meet you.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:    

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.   

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. 

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate nursing care to adult behavioral health patients under the direction of an RN and interdisciplinary team.
• Monitor patient conditions, administer medications, and document care accurately.
• Build trusting relationships while promoting dignity, safety, and emotional well-being.
• Assist with therapeutic interventions and support individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver outstanding patient care.
• Help create a safe, supportive environment that encourages healing and recovery.

Qualifications

Education: 

• Graduate of an accredited License Practical Nursing program

Certification/License: 

• Current active LPN license issued by the Iowa Board of Nursing
• Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or within three (3) months from date of hire

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be part of a team with FOCUS VALUES that Foster Unity, Champion Excellence, Seize Opportunities, and Owns the Moment with our team members and our patients in every interaction.