Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Behavioral Health

Location: Newark, NY 14513
Job Type: Travel / Contract (No Benefits)
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: Evening Shift | 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Schedule: 5 × 8-hour shifts per week
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
Floating: May be required based on facility needs

Weekly Pay Package

• Total Weekly Pay: $1700 - $1,772/wk

Compensation is subject to applicable assignment terms and eligibility requirements.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a 13-week travel contract in a behavioral health setting in Newark, New York.

The ideal candidate will have at least two years of LPN experience, an active New York State nursing license, and experience caring for patients in behavioral health, skilled nursing, or nursing home environments. Candidates should be skilled in behavior management, de-escalation techniques, and maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment.

First-time travelers are welcome to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients in a behavioral health or related clinical setting.
• Monitor patients' health conditions, vital signs, and changes in physical or behavioral status.
• Administer medications and treatments according to provider orders and established protocols.
• Support patient care plans and promote a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment.
• Apply appropriate behavior management and de-escalation techniques when addressing challenging or aggressive behaviors.
• Recognize changes in patient conditions and promptly report concerns to the appropriate healthcare professionals.
• Document patient assessments, treatments, medications, and care activities accurately using the EPIC electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• Collaborate with registered nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Follow infection control procedures, patient safety standards, and facility policies.
• Float to other units as required to meet staffing and patient care needs.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of LPN experience.
• Active New York State LPN license.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Previous experience using EPIC EMR.
• Experience in at least one of the following settings:
  • Behavioral Health
  • Skilled Nursing
  • Nursing Home
• Experience with behavior management, de-escalation, and managing aggressive behaviors.
• Strong communication, documentation, and patient care skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented healthcare environment.