Laurel Oaks Behavioral Health Center
Specialty hospital in Dothan, AL
- 118 beds
- Hiring days and nights
From 3 postings and the employer’s site · Employer research Jul 2, 2026Sources
The short version
Laurel Oaks Behavioral Health Center is a 118-bed acute psychiatric hospital and residential treatment center for children and adolescents ages four through eighteen, located in Dothan, Alabama.
Employer research, Jul 2, 2026
Who it fits
Best fit
- Psych nurses: all 3 roles
- LPNs and LVNs: 2 of 3 roles accept an LPN or LVN
The hard parts
Low management rating of 2.4 out of 5 on Indeed reviews
Employer research, Jul 2, 2026
Work environment described as 'VERY hostile' by a current employee
Employer research, Jul 2, 2026
Below-average culture rating of 2.5 out of 5 on Indeed
Employer research, Jul 2, 2026
Areas for improvement include trust in colleagues and inclusive work environment
Employer research, Jul 2, 2026
What to ask
- How is base pay set for the role, and which differentials apply?
- Which shifts are open, and what are the weekend, holiday and call rules?
- How long is orientation, and will I have one preceptor?
- What is the usual patient load, and how often do nurses float?
Living in Dothan, AL
As the healthcare hub of the Wiregrass region, Dothan lets nurses build impactful careers at major regional facilities while stretching their earnings with a cost of living about 16% below the national average. Centered around Ross Clark Circle, it pairs a relaxed community pace with easy weekend getaways to the Florida Gulf Coast.
Browse roles in Dothan- Metro price level · Dothan area
- 16% below the national average
- BEA index 83.8 (100 = national)
- Median gross rent
- $960/mo
- rent and tenant-paid utilities
- Median household income
- $55,792/yr
- all local households, not nurse pay
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024
Common questions
Which shifts are open?
Of the 3 roles with a stated shift, 2 are day shifts and 1 is a night shift.
How do I apply?
Choose a role and press Apply. Your application comes to our team, we send it to Laurel Oaks Behavioral Health Center, and we tell you what happens next.
Current openings at Laurel Oaks Behavioral Health Center
- LPN
- Night shift
- Tuition reimbursement
- LPN
- Day shift
- Tuition reimbursement
Sources
- laureloaksbhc.com
Employer website
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