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Spectrum Health & Human Services·Buffalo, New York

$23 - $28/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

Provides medical care and health monitoring for individuals in behavioral health and addiction programs. Responsibilities include administering injections, coordinating medical referrals, and responding to medical crises.

Spectrum Health & Human Services

Agency Profile

Spectrum Health & Human Services respectfully partners with adults, children, and families as they recover from behavioral, emotional, mental health and/or substance related disorders by offering individualized and meaningful opportunities of hope, empowerment and support to achieve self-defined improvements in their quality of life.

Full-time

Float position to various sites. Homesite is 2412 Seneca Street, Buffalo, NY

Summary of position function

Our LPNs will have Knowledge and demonstration of Agency Core Values in all day-to-day activities. Provides medical care to the Agency’s behavioral health programs. Duties are in keeping within scope of practice which include interviewing individuals to screen for medical problems, health monitoring, injections and education, along with coordinating referrals for follow-up with medical offices. Duties also include individual and group services regarding the relationship between health and behavioral health issues.

Major duties and responsibilities

  • Knowledge and demonstration of agency core values in day-to-day activities
  • Demonstrates ability to effectively use technology and appropriate use of supports
  • Understands and follows agency policies, procedures and protocols
  • Performs general professional nursing duties including medical observation and gathering relevant medical data and history, injections, gathering and reviewing of labs and medical reports received, pharmacy questions, etc. Reviews with RN, psychiatrist/NP and pharmacy/lab as necessary and responds accordingly
  • Responds to all site medical crises including first aid, CPR, AED, etc.
  • Will be cross trained to work in all addiction and mental health clinics across Spectrum Health.
  • Completes appropriate and timely documentation
  • Collects data and provides evidence-based education based on individual needs
  • Responsible for maintaining syringe counts, medications and medical waste/waste pickup in accordance with agency policy
  • Collaborates with the nursing team, pharmacies and individuals to resolve medication issues
  • Assists individuals in making linkages and providing appropriate referrals
  • Travel to other sites within the agency to help with coverage will be expected as needed
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills/Competencies

  • Qualified to provide medical services such as conducting medical history review, obtaining basic vital signs and providing injectable medications to individuals
  • Skilled in providing education regarding medical/medication issues.
  • Skilled in use of Cerner Millennium
  • Demonstrated skill in relating to populations served with respect, accuracy and timeliness.

Education requirements

  • Educational qualifications must match regulatory requirements to perform medical services
  • Must be a licensed practical nurse

Experience

  • Experience must match regulatory requirements
  • Must have experience in providing medical services to individuals with behavioral health needs
  • Minimum one year experience preferred
  • Must possess a valid Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.

Compensation

23/hr - 28/hr

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$23 - $28/hr
Location
Buffalo, New York
Posted
Jun 18, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

Spectrum Health & Human Services

Spectrum Health and Human Services, is a not- for-profit community mental health organization, recognized as one of the most innovative behavioral healthcare providers in Western New York. Spectrum Health provides a wide range of services including treatment and rehabilitation...

Salary listed on 15 jobs
IndustryMental Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size201-500 employees
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New York LPN roles need licensed experience

In New York, LPN openings are often tied to steady demand in healthcare settings that need licensed support staff with current credentials. This role is competitive because it requires a NYS LPN License, an NYS Infection Control Certificate, and at least one year of LPN experience, preferably in substance abuse treatment. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, and confirm your license and relevant experience before applying.

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