Community-Based LPN - Mental Health & Crisis Support (Part-Time)

RiseWell Community Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Savings Plan with Employer Match

Paid time off

13 paid holidays

Life Insurance

Flexible work schedules

Career growth opportunities

Loan forgiveness eligibility

Job summary

RiseWell Community Services is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join the FACT Team in Richmond Hill, Queens, NY. This part-time role focuses on community-based, recovery-oriented support for individuals living with serious mental illness.

Essential functions include mental status exams, health assessments, medication administration with a psychiatrist, and crisis coverage as part of an integrated care team.

Qualifications

• Currently licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse by the New York State Education Department.
• Valid and clean NY State driver license.
• Minimum of 1 year of psychiatric experience in a treatment or rehabilitation setting.
• Fingerprinting, criminal record check, approval from NYS Office of Mental Health.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine mental status exams.
• Assess physical health needs and refer to community physicians and services.
• Administer medications and IM injections in conjunction with psychiatrist.
• Participate in an integrated team to deliver treatment, rehabilitation and support services.
• Provide services primarily in the community and participate in rotating 24-hour crisis coverage.

Skills

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Psychiatric experience

New York State LPN license

New York State driver license

Job description

RiseWell Community Services is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join the FACT Team in Richmond Hill, Queens, NY. This part-time role focuses on community-based, recovery-oriented support for individuals living with serious mental illness.

Essential functions include mental status exams, health assessments, medication administration with a psychiatrist, and crisis coverage as part of an integrated care team.