Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Behavioral Health

Job Description

Up to $7,500 Sign-On Bonus

Your experience matters

Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and Baystate Health. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) joining our team, you're embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. Join us on this meaningful journey where your compassion, skills, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

Our Behavioral Health team works in a 150-bed inpatient facility designed to foster healing, safety, and innovation. With a 1:6-1:8 nurse-to-patient ratio, you'll benefit from balanced assignments and a supportive, team-oriented culture. We provide care across child, adult, geriatric, and forensic populations while promoting strong work-life balance and professional growth.

How you'll contribute

A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) who excels in this role will:

Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse
Conduct patient observations and safety checks
Administer medications safely and according to protocol
Transcribe and carry out physician orders accurately
Document patient status, response to interventions, and progress toward goals
Assist with psychiatric emergencies and crisis stabilization
Educate patients and families on treatment plans and care expectations
Serve as a patient advocate, ensuring dignity, rights, and confidentiality
Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning
Support detox monitoring protocols as applicable
Promote a safe, therapeutic, and recovery-focused environment

What we're looking for

Applicants should have a current LPN license in the state of Massachusetts and graduate from an accredited practical nursing program. Additional requirements include:

Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required upon hire
CPI or Handle With Care certification preferred or obtained within 30 days
Behavioral Health, Psychiatric, Detox, or Med/Surg experience preferred
Familiarity with trauma-informed care practices preferred
Strong communication and de-escalation skills
Ability to remain calm and compassionate in high-pressure situations
Commitment to patient-centered care

Schedule

3x12, nights (7p-7a), rotating weekends

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, pharmacy, and vision coverage
Financial Protection & PTO: Paid time off, extended illness bank, and employer-paid disability benefits
Financial & Career Growth: Tuition reimbursement, continuing education support, and 401(k) with company match
Employee Well-being: Wellness programs, gym membership discounts, and Employee Assistance Program with telemedicine
Professional Development: Career advancement pathways and leadership development opportunities
Additional Perks: Sign-on bonus, new graduate training, and mentorship programs

Connect with a Recruiter

Not ready to apply or have questions? Contact DK Lyons at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

More about Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital

Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital is a 150-bed inpatient behavioral health hospital serving the Western Massachusetts community. We provide comprehensive mental health and addiction treatment services in a modern, patient-centered environment. As a joint venture between Lifepoint Health and Baystate Health, we are committed to making communities healthier® through teamwork, compassion, and clinical excellence.

Hourly Range

$30.00 - $44.75 per hour

EEOC Statement

Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

About Us

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.

About the Team

We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.