Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Adult Behavioral Health - 26-00647

Company: NavitasPartners
Location: Utica
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Position Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Adult Behavioral Health Location - Syracuse, NY Profession Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Specialty Adult Psychiatry / Behavioral Health (Psych Unit & Psych Float Pool) Position Overview We are seeking Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to support an Adult Psychiatric Unit and Psychiatric Float Pool . Candidates must have prior psychiatric experience . Pediatric experience is preferred but not required. This role involves providing direct patient care in an inpatient behavioral health setting with minimal supervision. Multiple shifts are available, including day and day/evening schedules. The position requires every other weekend coverage and some holiday availability . Shift & Scheduling Day and Day/Evening shifts available Every other weekend required Some holiday coverage required Key Responsibilities Provide direct patient care in an inpatient behavioral health setting Perform patient intake activities, including vital signs and documentation Prepare patients for examinations and assist during procedures Set up trays for injections and assist with routine clinical tasks Administer injections and assist with procedures as permitted by scope Measure, record, and monitor patient progress and vital signs Assist physicians and nursing staff with patient care activities Maintain exam rooms and clinical areas in a clean and organized manner Support general office and unit operations, including scheduling and chart preparation Communicate effectively with patients, families, and members of the healthcare team Observe and report patient responses to treatments in a timely manner Implement nursing care activities under RN supervision as outlined in care plans Participate in nursing unit operations and quality improvement activities Required Qualifications Active New York State LPN license CPR certification (current or eligible for recertification) Minimum of 1 year of LPN experience Psychiatric/Behavioral Health experience required Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work independently with minimal orientation Preferred Qualifications Prior inpatient hospital experience Pediatric experience Experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems EKG application experience Skills & Experience Requirements Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license – minimum 1 year of experience required Psychiatric / Behavioral Health experience – required Inpatient hospital experience – highly desired (minimum 1 year ) EKG application experience – highly desired Electronic Medical Records (EMR) experience – strongly preferred

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