Nurse (Licensed Practical)
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Job Summary
Title: Nurse (Licensed Practical)
Location: New York metropolitan area
Reports to:Site Director
Pay Range:$52.19 - $52.19 per hour
Status: Full-time (35 hours per week)
FLSA Classification:Non-exempt
Role Summary: The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides essential nursing support in a transitional housing program serving clients with mental health and stabilization needs. Working collaboratively with case managers social workers psychiatrists and program staff the LPN ensures client well-being through assessment medication management crisis response and care coordination. Responsibilities adapt to program needs and prioritize client safety dignity and continuity of care.
Primary Job Responsibilities/Duties:
The primary job duties and responsibilities of the Licensed Practical Nurse shall include but not necessarily be limited to the following:
- Conduct patient assessments during routine interactions identifying physical behavioral and psychological needs.
- Build trusting relationships with clients by actively listening interpreting concerns and responding with empathy.
- Verify client identity and ensure accurate medication administration in compliance with program protocols.
- Respond calmly and effectively to distressed or escalated clients using de-escalation techniques.
- Identify risks of self-harm or harm to others and initiate appropriate safety interventions.
- Maintain secure medication storage units and accurate inventory records.
- Prepare and update client records including progress notes care plans and discharge summaries.
- Develop individualized care plans in consultation with psychiatrists case managers and social services staff.
- Coordinate client transitions out of the shelter including after-care follow-up with case managers.
- Participate in team meetings case conferences and external consultations as required.
- Foster respectful collaborative relationships with colleagues to support high-quality integrated care.
- Continuously seek innovative approaches to improve service delivery and client outcomes.
- Communicate clearly and professionally in written and verbal forms adhering to ethical legal and documentation standards.
- Manage time resources and competing priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Maintain clinical expertise in acute mental health care including suicide risk assessment and crisis management.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit stand or walk for extended periods; perform repetitive tasks (e.g. documentation).
- Lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
- Travel between NAICA sites across NYC as needed.
- Navigate all areas of program facilities including stairs and common spaces.
Work Environment / Schedule Requirements:
- May include evening overnight weekend or holiday shifts with applicable differential pay.
- Staff must remain on duty until properly relieved or authorized to leave by a supervisor.
- Role involves exposure to emotional intensity crisis situations and clients experiencing mental health challenges.
- This position follows a regular weekly schedule. However the Program operates twenty-four (24) hours per day and three hundred sixty-five (365) days per year so variable or additional hours may occasionally be necessary to effectively fulfill the responsibilities of the position based on organizational needs deadlines or events.
Qualifications:
- Active New York State LPN license.
- Minimum five (5) years of nursing experience in mental health settings.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish or English and French.
- Mental Health Nursing Certification is a plus
- Experience in homeless services transitional housing or crisis intervention is preferred.
- Must be able to read speak write and understand English for administrative purposes.
- Must pass drug screening to be appointed.
- This position may be subject to a series of investigations before and after appointment.
Equal Employment Opportunity
NAICA is an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a diverse workforce and inclusive work environment. As such discrimination in any aspect of hiring or employment based upon age race creed color national origin sexual orientation gender identity or expression religion military or veteran status sex disability (including pregnancy childbirth and related medical conditions) or other applicable legally protected characteristics is strictly prohibited.
Applicants of all backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply. NAICA will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal state and local laws rules and regulations. NAICA also offers reasonable accommodations as required by applicable federal state and/or local laws. Applicants seeking an accommodation for any part of the application or interview process should contact Human Resources by sending an email towith the Subject Reasonable Accommodation Request.
Competitive Benefits Package
- Comprehensive Health Dental and Vision Benefits for full-time employees
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plans
- Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
- Paid Holidays and Vacation
- Paid Time-off
- Vol Life Insurance and AD&D
- Term Life and AD&D insurance
- Long Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program support (EAP)
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Aflac: Short-Term Disability CA Accident and Hospital
- Employee Discount Program
False Statements
Misrepresentation of your experience skills education or other qualifications or submission of false/fraudulent information or documentation during or after the application process may result in the rejection of your application or termination of your employment.
At-Will Employment Disclaimer
While we sincerely hope to form a long and mutually beneficial working relationship NAICA is an at-will employer. Therefore employment is subject to termination at any time with or without notice or cause at the discretion of you or the organization.
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