Licensed Practical Nurse LPN 25-33680

Job Title : Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Adult Psychiatric Unit

Location : Syracuse NY

Contract Duration : 20 weeks

Schedule : Day Shift (07 : 00 AM 07 : 30 PM)

Hours : 12-hour shifts 3 days per week (36 hours / week)

Pay : Weekly Gross $2314

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join an Adult Psychiatric Unit within a large acute-care hospital system. The role includes providing high-quality patient care supporting behavioral health needs and floating between psychiatric units as needed.

This position requires strong communication skills emotional resilience and the ability to work in fast-paced inpatient behavioral health settings.

Key Responsibilities

Provide safe and effective nursing care for adult psychiatric patients.

Administer medications and treatments as directed by RN / Provider.

Monitor patient behavior vital signs and overall condition.

Assist with crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques when required.

Maintain accurate and timely EMR documentation.

Collaborate with RNs physicians mental health staff and interdisciplinary teams.

Float to additional psychiatric units based on staffing needs.

Adhere to all safety infection control and facility protocols.

Maintain therapeutic communication and supportive patient engagement.

Required Qualifications

Active LPN License (New York State) Required

CPR Certification current or able to be renewed

Minimum 1 year of nursing experience (Inpatient / acute care experience preferred)

Ability to work weekends and holidays as required

Strong interpersonal teamwork and EMR documentation skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in psychiatric behavioral health or mental health inpatient settings

Previous experience in acute-care hospital environments

Assignment Summary

Unit : Adult Psychiatric Unit (with floating responsibilities)

Facility Type : Acute Care / Behavioral Health

Schedule : 12-hour Day Shifts (3 shifts / week)

Weekly Hours : 36

Contract Length : 20 weeks

Weekly Gross Pay : $2314

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Employment Type : Trainee

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1