Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Behavioral Health (Child & Adolescent Unit) LPNBH 26-02454

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Behavioral Health (Child & Adolescent Unit)
Location: Syracuse New York
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 13 Weeks

Shift: Day Shift
Guaranteed Hours: 34.5 Hours per Week
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend and some holidays

Compensation

• Hourly Rate: $60.99/hr

• Estimated Weekly Gross Pay: $2104

• Weekly Stipend: $1414

Position Summary

A healthcare facility in Syracuse NY is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support a Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health Unit. The LPN will provide nursing care to patients aged 517 years assisting the healthcare team in delivering safe compassionate and effective psychiatric care.

The ideal candidate will have experience working in behavioral health or psychiatric settings and demonstrate strong communication skills while supporting patients and their families.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in an acute behavioral health setting

• Monitor and record vital signs and patient progress

• Assist healthcare providers during examinations and procedures

• Prepare exam rooms and set up trays for injections and treatments

• Greet patients and escort them to examination rooms

• Maintain accurate patient documentation and chart preparation

• Support scheduling reception and general office duties when needed

• Communicate effectively with patients families and the healthcare team

• Coordinate with insurance providers to obtain authorizations for procedures and treatments

• Contact primary care physicians to obtain referrals or referral extensions for patient care services

• Maintain clean organized and fully stocked clinical areas

• Follow all patient safety infection control and facility protocols

Required Qualifications

• Active New York State Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) License

• Minimum 1 year of psychiatric or behavioral health experience

• Experience working with children and adolescents preferred

• Prior inpatient care experience preferred

• Strong interpersonal organizational and communication skills

Required Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association

• CPR certification (or ability to obtain/renew)

Preferred Experience

• Behavioral health or psychiatric nursing experience

• Experience working in child and adolescent mental health units

• Familiarity with patient care coordination and clinical documentation systems

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About Navitas Healthcare LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.