Children's Home of Jefferson County·City of Watertown, New York
Provide direct nursing care and medication management for mentally ill patients in an outpatient behavioral health clinic. Coordinate with pharmacies, prescribers, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient treatment and rehabilitation.
Work in an outpatient behavioral health clinic which provides care and treatment to patients who are mentally ill. Work as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team that provides well-rounded medical care for the whole person. Perform practical nursing care and related technical work in the care, treatment and rehabilitation of mentally ill individuals, coordination with pharmacies, internal and external medication prescribers, and other clinical staff. The LPN provides general instructions; performs work independently, receiving oversight by the Registered Nurse supervisor and/or the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. The LPN will receive periodic review of work to ensure that acceptable practices are followed; and will perform other related duties as assigned by Clinic management.
This position is required to maintain a working knowledge of related office equipment including personal computers and printers, audio-visual equipment, telephone systems, copiers, fax machines, etc.
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, carry, push/pull, climb, bend, and stoop. Must be able to perform fine motor skills, read, and type. Must be able to sit for long periods of time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: Full-time, traditional and non-traditional hours required. This position is required to work on-site.
Travel is required throughout service area (Jefferson, Lewis, Oswego, and St. Lawerence County).
Licensed practical nurse (LPN) current NYS License. Prior nursing experience with children/adolescents preferred. CPR and First Aid certified preferred.
Strong organizational abilities and office skills are essential for this position. This person must also have excellent people skills and be a team player. Ability to work with diverse populations. Must demonstrate effective and excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively with others. Must be detail-oriented and possess excellent time-management skills. Requires self-direction, tact, diplomacy, and the ability to be clear, courteous, and professional. Able to react to change productively and handle other duties as assigned.
Must maintain privacy of confidential information. Successful completion of routine pre-employment requirements as mandated by the New York State Department of Health, Office of Mental Health and Office of Children and Family Services along with ongoing clearances and exclusion checks. These requirements are to include employment health requirements, reference checks, criminal background checks/fingerprinting, State Central Registry clearance and your eligibility to work in the United States. A valid NYS driver’s license required. Corporate Compliance, HIPAA Privacy Security, and Workplace Harassment and Discrimination Training will be required following date of hire.
Market context
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.