Licensed Practical Nurse
Company: Spectrum Human Services
Location: Highland Park
Posted on: February 19, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Full-Time Licensed Practical
Nurse About the role If you are a certified Licensed Practical
Nurse devoted to making a difference in the lives of young people,
this is the role for you. We seek a great licensed healthcare
professional who understands the vulnerabilities and medical needs
of youth in a confined setting. Must love teams, embracing a
demeanor of excellence and a firm understanding of DHHS licensing
requirements. We’re looking for a dedicated nurse to join our
small, close-knit clinic team located in our secure juvenile
residential facility. This isn’t your typical nursing job—it’s a
chance to be part of something meaningful, where your care and
commitment can truly change lives. The Licensed Practical Nurse
(LPN) cares for ill, injured, or convalescing youth in our highly
secure juvenile detention and long-term treatment facilities. The
LPN works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Measures and
records patients’ vital signs such as height, weight, temperature,
blood pressure, pulse, and respiration. Works as part of a health
care team to assess patient needs, plan, modify care, and implement
interventions. What we offer Blue Care Network, Medical, Blue Cross
Blue Shield Dental, Blue Cross Blue Shield Vision 403(b) with
employer match $25,000 Life Insurance Paid time off Short-term
disability Employee discount program Qualifications A postsecondary
certificate from a vocational school or an associate's Degree in
nursing is required. Three years of experience in the nursing field
What You’ll Be Doing As our LPN, you’ll work under the guidance of
a Registered Nurse to provide hands-on care to youth in our
facility. You’ll: Take and record vital signs (height, weight,
temperature, BP, pulse, respiration) Administer medications and
monitor for side effects Observe and report changes in condition
Collaborate with a healthcare team to assess needs and adjust care
plans Support youth through recovery, treatment, and healing This
role is ideal for someone who thrives in a team environment,
understands the unique needs of youth in secure settings, and is
familiar with DHHS licensing standards. Our approach We at Spectrum
believe dignity and respect are simple human gifts. We believe they
belong to everyone. Since 1976, Spectrum has worked to strengthen
children, families, and communities across Michigan. The LPN
administers medications, observes patients, charts, and reports
changes in conditions such as adverse reactions to medication or
treatment, and takes necessary actions to resolve these issues.
Spectrum Juvenile Justice Services utilizes the Forward Focused
Treatment Model©, the first evidence-based clinical treatment
program developed specifically for adolescents with serious
offending behaviors. The cognitive-behavioral treatment model is
based on current research in adolescent brain development and
juvenile justice treatment and includes trauma-focused assessment
and treatment. Treatment is guided by a developmentally informed
conceptualization of each youth’s risks and needs and utilizes a
multi-modal and multi-pronged approach to treatment. 425
Keywords: Spectrum Human Services, Livonia , Licensed Practical Nurse, Healthcare , Highland Park, Michigan
