Larned State Hospital
John Buczinski is a Safety and Security Officer at Larned State Hospital since April 2025, responsible for ensuring the safety and security of both patients and staff. Prior to this role, John served as a Deputy Sheriff with Sedgwick County Government from July 2023 to December 2024. John’s extensive experience in the nuclear industry includes leadership roles as General Valve and AOV Lead at Crane Nuclear and as AOV/MOV Valve Technician/Lead at BHI Energy. Educational qualifications include multiple degrees in Occupational Safety and Health Management and Technology from Columbia Southern University, along with nuclear power technology credentials from Flint Hills Technical College.
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Larned State Hospital
Larned State Hospital (LSH) in Pawnee County is a psychiatric hospital providing acute care located on a 78-acre campus. It is the largest psychiatric facility in the state and serves the western two-thirds of Kansas with nearly 1,000 employees. It is operated for the state by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS). LSH has a budgeted capacity of 525 beds. These beds are located in three programs, each with a separate focus. The Psychiatric Services Program (PSP) The State Security Program (SSP) The Sexual Predator Treatment Program (SPTP) Larned State Hospital is the statewide provider of inpatient forensic services for individuals needing evaluations for criminal activity. The institution also provides supportive services such as dietary, engineering, environmental care, laundry, safety and security, and utilities for the institution's clients and for several other state agencies. As a public service organization, LSH serves Kansans without regard to ancestry, religion, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or political affiliation. All of LSH programs are accredited by The Joint Commission (TJC). The PSP is the only LSH program that is certified by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). If you have a passion for healthcare and helping others, our team wants you.