Salary Range: $46,000.00 To $53,000.00 Annually

Overview:

Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS) is a premier nonprofit organization that provides a broad range of services to people of all ages and backgrounds in Westchester County.  We are currently seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to work in our outpatient mental health clinic in Yonkers, NY. This full-time, hybrid position has a salary range of $46,000-$53,000.

Responsibilities:

As a valued member of our team, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Take vital signs and complete general health monitoring
• Screen for psychiatric, substance abuse, and medical problems
• Collect breathalyzer test results and urine drug screens, including observed urine testing
• Administer medications delivered through intramuscular injections
• Complete prior authorizations for specific medications when prescribed
• Check prescription monitoring program for all scheduled appointments with psychiatric staff
• Keep electronic health record up to date with lab results and medical reports from outside facilities
• Receive and manage medication refill requests
• Assist with telepsychiatry
• Assist with scheduling psychiatric appointments as needed
• Coordinate care with outside pharmacies and providers
• Assist in referring clients to primary care providers
• Obtain copies of physical exams from primary care providers and keep up to date at least annually for patients
• Maintain nursing supplies

Requirements:

We are seeking candidates who possess the following qualifications:

• Experience working in mental health
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing
• Sufficient computer skills to complete necessary job functions and use electronic health record system
• Ability to travel to clinic locations where assigned to work
• Competency and comfort in conducting observed urine testing is necessary
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
• Valid NYS LPN license 
• Infection Control Coursework complete approved by the New York State Education Department (NYSED) – must renew every 4 years or qualify for an exemption with the NYSED; may submit LPN diploma instead if completed LPN training program within the past 4 years

What WJCS has to offer you:

In addition to meaningful work and a supportive team environment, we offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• Generous paid time off
• Comprehensive Health Benefits, Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and a Healthcare Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• 403(b) Plan and an Agency-Paid Pension Plan
• Ongoing Professional Development and Training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability and life insurance
• Staff appreciation events and employee mental health and wellness initiatives
• Tuition, day-care, and personal emergency reimbursements

WJCS INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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