Behavioral Health, Licensed Practical Nurse

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Behavioral Health, Licensed Practical Nurse at SSM Health a 2.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Behavioral Health registered nurse listings evaluated on our platform.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

This Behavioral Health position at SSM Health is open to registered nurse candidates.

Registered Nurses have diverse career pathways from bedside care to telehealth triage, care coordination, and leadership roles with increasingly flexible scheduling options.

This position is based in St. Louis, Missouri.

Key skills and qualifications: Patient care, Medication administration, Nursing assessment, Therapeutic services, Point of care testing, Patient education, Behavioral health, BLS certification. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Behavioral Health role.

Core responsibilities: The Licensed Practical Nurse provides direct patient care in a behavioral health setting, including administering medications and monitoring patient reactions. They also educate patients and families on treatment plans and post-discharge care under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician.

Benefits package: Comprehensive benefits package, Paid Parental Leave, Flexible Payment Options through DailyPay, Upfront Tuition Coverage through FlexPath Funded. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.