# Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Behavioral Health at LifePoint Health > Open job at LifePoint Health in Athens, United States. Workplace: On-site. Source: Nurse Jobs World, https://nursejobsworld.com/jobs/lifepoint-health-licensed-practical-nurse-lpn-behavioral-health-zqvoaay Posted 14 November 2026. Last checked on the employer's career site: 15 November 2026. ## Facts - Company: [LifePoint Health](https://nursejobsworld.com/companies/lifepoint-health) - Location: Athens, United States - Workplace: On-site - Employment type: Full-time - Local language: Not required - Relocation support: Likely (company policy) - Not mentioned in the job post: salary, visa sponsorship, where you can apply from ## Job description **Starr Regional Medical Center** **Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Clinic-Behavioral Health** **Job Type: Full-Time-Nights 7pm-7am** **Your experience matters** Starr Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a License Practical Nurse (LPN) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. **More about our team** We specialize in Dementia with Behavioral disturbances ages 50 and above. We are a 24-bed unit. We run a ratio of 1:7 and have the medical and psych oversight where the patients are seen 6 to 7 days a week. We have lots of employees that are tenured, including CNA's. We are a recently renovated unit with nice/updated equipment. We are attached to an Emergency Room so we have a Doctor 24/7 if needed. Our compassionate, team-focused environment empowers RNs and LPNs to provide specialized care while building strong therapeutic relationships with patients on their journey to recovery. Join a supportive team that values collaboration, professional growth, and patient-centered care. If you're passionate about mental health and making a lasting impact, we invite you to bring your skills and compassion to our Behavioral Health family. **How you'll contribute** A **Behavioral Health LPN** who excels in this role: - As supervised and delegated by a registered nurse, provides direct patient care in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. Reports to the Director or Manager of Department. - May assist with intake and discharge. - Gathers patient information. - Gathers necessary equipment and supplies for the RN or provider. **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**: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees. - **Financial Protection & PTO**: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off. - **Financial & Career Growth**: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match. - **Employee Well-being**: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs). - **Professional Development**: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. **What we're looking for** **Required Education, Experience and Credentials:** - **Education:** Graduate of accredited LPN program. - **License:** Active _**Tennessee**_ LPN license (single-state or compact) required. If relocating, licensure must be updated to the new Primary State of Residence (PSOR) before employment begins. **Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:** - Demonstrated competency in BLS (Basic Life Support) - Demonstrated organization, prioritization and time-management skills - Basic knowledge of regulatory/accrediting requirements for healthcare organizations. - Strong interpersonal, listening, as well as oral and written communication skills - Customer service skills and follow-up skills - Ability to multi-task and to work in a fast-paced environment - Ability to work with others and in a team environment - Problem solving skills - Ability to stay calm in all situations - Working knowledge of computerized nursing systems **More about Starr Regional Medical Center:** Starr Regional Medical Center is a 118-bed acute hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Athens and Etowah, TN community for over 50 years. **EEOC Statement** "Starr Reginal Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Starr Regional Medical Center and Starr Regional Health and Rehab are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment." 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. 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. 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. ## How to apply Apply on the job page, https://nursejobsworld.com/jobs/lifepoint-health-licensed-practical-nurse-lpn-behavioral-health-zqvoaay: its Apply button opens the employer's own application page. ## More jobs from LifePoint Health - [Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Long Term Care](https://nursejobsworld.com/jobs/lifepoint-health-licensed-practical-nurse-lpn-long-term-care-67qlo08): LifePoint Health, Etowah, United States. On-site. Posted 14 November 2026. - [Charge Nurse (RN) Women’s/Post Surgical (PRN)](https://nursejobsworld.com/jobs/lifepoint-health-charge-nurse-rn-women-s-post-surgical-prn-tnpeej4): LifePoint Health, Athens, United States. On-site. Posted 14 November 2026. - [Charge Nurse (RN) PRN, Women’s/Post Surgical](https://nursejobsworld.com/jobs/lifepoint-health-charge-nurse-rn-prn-women-s-post-surgical-1q1xsiu): LifePoint Health, Athens, United States. On-site. Posted 14 November 2026. - [Charge Nurse (RN), (PRN) Women’s/Post Surgical Department](https://nursejobsworld.com/jobs/lifepoint-health-charge-nurse-rn-prn-women-s-post-surgical-department-oeetgz5): LifePoint Health, Athens, United States. On-site. Posted 14 November 2026. - [Charge Nurse (RN) Women’s/Post Surgical (PRN)](https://nursejobsworld.com/jobs/lifepoint-health-charge-nurse-rn-women-s-post-surgical-prn-a625vtv): LifePoint Health, Athens, United States. On-site. Posted 14 November 2026.