Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Responsibilities

• Conducts patient intake, takes medical histories, and completes data entry in the clinical system
• Maintains a neat work area and ensures patient rooms are fully equipped for daily operations
• Monitors vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and weight
• Administers injections, performs clinical tests, and provides wound care as ordered
• Follows physician, nurse practitioner, and RN orders to provide direct patient care and medication coordination
• Documents detailed reports of care and maintains accurate charting in the Electronic Health Record (EHR)
• Reports significant changes in a patient’s physical or mental status immediately to the RN or Physician
• Communicates with pharmacies to place prescription orders while maintaining strict confidentiality
• Utilizes therapeutic communication to assist patients and initiates emergency assistance as per facility policies
• Reinforces clinical instructions given by the RN or Physician to ensure patient understanding
• Manages clinical workspace, including stocking supplies and preparing patient charts for the team
• Participates in staff development, nursing conferences, and ongoing clinical training
• Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and effective patient care

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted New York State Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license
• Current BLS certification
• High School Diploma or GED and graduate of a formal Technical or Vocational LPN Program
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience as an LPN working with clients with Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and/or Serious Mental Illness (SMI)
• Available to work a flexible schedule as needed in response to participant and staff needs
• Computer literacy including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Electronic Health Records (EHR)
• Knowledge of medical terminology and ability to multi-task with excellent organization skills
• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary clinical team

Additional Information

This is a full-time non-exempt role with an hourly rate of $27.47-$32.06 (annualized at 35 hours a week to $50,000-$58,350) with a full benefits package. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 25 days of paid time off, access to a retirement account with an employer to match and tuition reimbursement. This role is located in Blauvelt, NY.