LPN – Behavioral Health (Adult Psych Unit Psych Float Pool) 26-01488

Syracuse, NY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 14 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Behavioral Health (Adult Psych Unit / Psych Float Pool)

Location: Syracuse NY
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: 3x12-Hour Shifts (11:00 AM 11:00 PM)

One Day shift and one Day/Evening shift available
Every other weekend required
Some holidays required

Position Summary

Seeking experienced LPNs for the Adult Psychiatric Unit and Psych Float Pool. Candidates must have prior psychiatric experience. Pediatric behavioral health experience is preferred. The LPN will provide direct patient care in an acute inpatient behavioral health setting and support interdisciplinary team functions.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver patient care in accordance with established nursing care plans
Perform patient assessments monitor behaviors and report changes in condition
Take and document vital signs and patient progress
Administer medications and injections as ordered
Assist with procedures including paps and other clinical treatments
Prepare patients and exam rooms for evaluations and procedures
Maintain exam rooms and clinical areas to ensure safety and compliance
Assist physicians and RNs with patient care activities
Communicate effectively with patients families and healthcare team members
Obtain insurance authorizations and referrals as needed
Support unit-based activities and participate in nursing unit management
Utilize Electronic Medical Records (EMR) for documentation

Required Qualifications

Current New York State LPN license
CPR certification (or ability to obtain/recertify)
Minimum 1 year of LPN experience required
Psychiatric/Behavioral Health experience required
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work effectively in an acute care inpatient setting with minimal supervision

Preferred Qualifications

Pediatric behavioral health experience
Prior inpatient psychiatric experience
Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

For more details reach at or Call / Text at -EXT 4807.

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Behavioral Health (Adult Psych Unit / Psych Float Pool)Location: Syracuse NYDuration: 13 Weeks Shift: 3x12-Hour Shifts (11:00 AM 11:00 PM)One Day shift and one Day/Evening shift availableEvery other weekend requiredSome holidays requiredPosition SummarySee...