Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Adult Psychiatry / Psych Float Pool - 26-00647

Job Description

Job DescriptionJob Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Adult Psychiatry / Psych Float PoolPosition Overview

We are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support an Adult Psychiatry Unit and Psychiatric Float Pool. This role requires prior psychiatric nursing experience and the ability to work in a structured, patient-centered behavioral health environment. Pediatric experience is preferred, but not required.

The LPN will deliver direct patient care, assist providers, and support daily clinical and administrative operations. Candidates must be flexible to work every other weekend and select holidays. Both day shift and day/evening shift options are available.

Location - Syracuse, NY Schedule

• Shift Options:

  • Day shift

  • Day/Evening shift

• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend

• Holiday Requirement: Some holidays as required

• Unit Coverage: Adult Psychiatry Unit & Psychiatric Float Pool

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in a psychiatric inpatient setting with minimal supervision

• Greet patients, escort them to exam or treatment areas, and prepare them for evaluations

• Obtain and accurately record vital signs, patient progress, and clinical observations

• Assist physicians and nursing staff during examinations and procedures

• Set up trays for injections and assist with minor clinical procedures

• Administer injections and assist with Pap smears and other procedures within scope

• Observe patient responses to treatments and promptly report changes to nursing staff

• Implement nursing care activities under the direction of the RN in accordance with the care plan

• Assist with appointment scheduling, filing, chart preparation, and reception duties

• Contact insurance providers to obtain authorizations for diagnostic tests and procedures

• Coordinate with primary care providers for referrals and referral extensions

• Maintain exam rooms, clinical equipment, and overall unit cleanliness

• Ensure compliance with infection control and safety standards

• Participate in nursing unit operations, staff collaboration, and unit management activities

Required Qualifications

• Active New York State LPN license

• Ability to obtain or maintain CPR certification

• Minimum 1 year of LPN experience

• Psychiatric nursing experience required

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills

• Ability to function effectively in an inpatient behavioral health environment

Skills & Experience Requirements

• Active LPN License – required (minimum 1 year)

• Psychiatric nursing experience – required

• Inpatient hospital experience – highly desired (1 year)

• EKG application experience – highly desired

• Electronic Medical Records (EMR) experience – strongly preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Pediatric experience

• Prior inpatient behavioral health or acute care experience

• Strong organizational and documentation skills