KVC Health Systems·Olathe, Kansas
The LPN is responsible for the health and safety of acute psychiatric patients through medication administration, health assessments, and infection control. They collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide compassionate care and maintain accurate medical documentation.
Licensed practical nurse (Lpn)
Children’s Mercy + Camber | Olathe, KS
Transform Lives. Create Hope & Healing.
At Camber, nursing is more than medication administration—it’s about safeguarding the physical and mental wellbeing of the individuals we serve. As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you will be a vital clinical presence, responding to medical needs, supporting treatment teams, and ensuring safe, timely, and compassionate care.
This role supports the overall health and safety of acute psychiatric patients through medication administration, health assessments, infection control, documentation, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and consultation with direct care staff
Key responsibilities
Complete nursing assessments and documentation within required timelines.
Perform ongoing assessments and monitor vital signs per policy.
Administer medications, including psychotropic and PRN medications, and document accurately.
Monitor infection control, respond to injuries and emergencies, and provide first aid as needed.
Communicate with physicians, guardians, and treatment teams regarding patient health.
Maintain accurate documentation of all medical interventions, orders, and records.
Partner with the staff nutritionist to meet patient dietary needs and report allergies.
Participate in treatment planning, staff training, and patient education groups.
Assist with lab specimen collection and ensure timely pharmacy coordination.
Support safety and wellbeing by following all KVC procedures and protocols.
• Eligible for weekend differential ($2/hr), evening differential ($3/hr), and preceptor differential ($2/hr)
Why Join Camber?
Camber Mental Health is proud to be recognized for the culture and experience we provide our employees:
#15 Best Led Companies in the U.S. [https://www.glassdoor.com/Overview/Working-at-KVC-Health-Systems-EI_IE265476.11,29.htm] — Glassdoor, 2025 with an Indeed Work Wellbeing Score of 83 [https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Kvc-Health-Systems/reviews?fcountry=US&floc=Olathe%2C+KS] — measuring happiness, purpose, satisfaction and stress as rated by our own employees.
Competitive pay with strong shift differentials. Great health benefits- including medical, vision and free dental insurance for employees. 403b with company match, tuition reimbursement up to $21,000, and free Employee Assistance Program for therapeutic, legal and financial services, plus personalized work-life resources.
We believe in work-life balance, providing access to talent development programs, professional growth, wellness benefits, and a collaborative, supportive team environment. Along with opportunities to grow your clinical skills in a residential behavioral health setting.
Camber Mental Health [https://www.cambermentalhealth.org/?__hstc=170662143.0fe218c50f3896f7c2289ae3f6564357.1746822463614.1748443004569.1748457907400.25&__hssc=170662143.10.1748457907400&__hsfp=2831666935] hospitals have officially achieved the WELL Health-Safety Rating [https://www.cambermentalhealth.org/2025/05/09/well-certified/] from the International WELL Building Institute—making them the only clinical mental health spaces in the country to earn this certification
Mission-driven work that directly impacts patient wellbeing in a supportive, collaborative clinical environment. You’ll be joining a team that is changing lives and helping children and families.
Camber Mental Health is a subsidiary of KVC Health Systems. Children’s Mercy and Camber Mental Health have partnered and opened this state of the art 72-bed mental health inpatient hospital located in Olathe, Kansas- expanding inpatient pediatric mental health treatment capacity and access in the greater Kansas City area and across the region.
This hospital serves as an inpatient mental health healing campus. Our team provides compassionate treatment for children and teens who are struggling with their mental health. We work to meet the unique needs of each child to help them achieve mental wellness so they can live happier lives full of hope.
Join our team and help positively transform the lives of children and families through compassionate trauma-focused behavioral healthcare services.
Candidates must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver's license and a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in Kansas. A one-year nursing certificate and 3-6 months of related experience are required.
Market context
In Kansas, behavioral health hiring often centers on clinicians who can work across outpatient, school-based, and community settings, with demand strongest for candidates who are license-eligible and comfortable with complex caseloads. These roles are competitive because employers look for a master’s degree, clinical conceptualization skills for eating disorders and dual diagnoses, and readiness to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm licensure steps and highlight any direct experience with co-occurring conditions in your application.
