Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse (LVN / LPN) - Behavioral Health - 26-02394

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse (LVN / LPN) – Behavioral Health

Profession: Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) / Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Specialty: Behavioral Health – Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

Shift: Day Shift – 3 x 12 Hour Shifts (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM)
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks

Location - Syracuse, NY

Job Summary

The Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse (LVN / LPN) – Behavioral Health provides direct nursing care and clinical support to pediatric and adolescent patients in a behavioral health inpatient setting. Working with patients between the ages of 5–17, the nurse supports the multidisciplinary healthcare team by assisting with patient care activities, monitoring patient conditions, and ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment.

This role requires strong interpersonal skills, attention to patient safety, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced behavioral health unit.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to child and adolescent behavioral health patients in an acute care environment.

• Assist with patient intake by greeting patients, directing them to exam rooms, and preparing them for evaluation or treatment.

• Measure, record, and monitor vital signs and patient health indicators.

• Assist physicians and registered nurses during examinations and clinical procedures.

• Prepare clinical supplies and treatment trays for injections and procedures.

• Administer medications and injections as directed and within scope of practice.

• Observe patient behavior, responses to treatment, and report changes to the supervising nurse or physician.

• Implement nursing care activities according to established patient care plans under the direction of the supervising nurse.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.

• Assist with patient scheduling, documentation preparation, and other clinical administrative tasks as needed.

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

• Maintain cleanliness and readiness of exam rooms and clinical areas.

• Participate in unit activities related to patient safety, care coordination, and unit operations.

• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members to support high-quality patient care.

Required Qualifications

• Current Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.

• Minimum 1 year of clinical nursing experience.

• CPR certification or ability to obtain certification.

• Experience working with children and adolescents (ages 5–17).

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and patient care skills.

• Ability to perform patient care tasks with minimal supervision in an acute care environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in an inpatient behavioral health or psychiatric setting.

• Experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems.

• Experience working in pediatric or adolescent behavioral health units.

For more details reach at sthakur@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 732 791 4807 - EXT 4807.