LPN for Psychiatry

Job Description

Job Description

About Us:

At Aizer Health, we are not just a healthcare facility – we are a provider of transformative care, powered by compassion and innovation. As a leading Federally Qualified Community Health Center, we are rewriting the script on what quality healthcare means, one patient interaction at a time. We provide every patient with the highest quality care possible and emphasize a relationship-based approach that caters to the whole person. Our rapidly growing Center offers world-class services that include Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Acute Care, Dentistry, Optometry, Women's Health, Rehabilitation, Behavioral Health, and select specialty services. We provide holistic services that uplift and empower our community.

Step into a realm where excellence meets empathy. Our cutting-edge technology, unwavering support system, and robust infrastructure empower our team to deliver unparalleled care. Experience the warmth of a diverse and inclusive workplace, where your growth is nurtured and celebrated. Make a tangible difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our community.

Team Overview:

We are looking to grow our behavioral health department to meet the needs of our growing community. Our positive patient feedback speaks to the quality of care and commitment we stand for. We have a state-of-the-art facility with friendly, supportive, experienced, and collaborative staff ready to work with you. There are many opportunities to learn and grow with us.

Our Core Values:  

• Putting Patients First: Every decision, every action, revolves around the well-being of those we serve. 
• Powered by Community: We are not just a healthcare center; we are a community-driven force, igniting change and progress. 
• Driven by Collaboration : Together, we are stronger. Collaboration fuels our innovation and drives our success. 
• Empowering Success: We believe in empowering our team members to reach new heights, fostering a culture of growth and achievement. 
• Nurturing Growth : Personal and professional growth isn't just encouraged; it's nurtured, supported, and celebrated. 

Work Hours: 

• Monday and Wednesday: 9:00 am – 7:00 pm
• Tuesday and Thursday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
• Friday: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

  Position Overview:

• Support Comprehensive Patient Assessment: Contribute to the foundation of quality psychiatric care by obtaining and documenting vital signs with precision and consistency, ensuring every clinical encounter is grounded in accurate, real-time information that guides the treatment team's decisions.
• Deliver Skilled, Compassionate Clinical Care: Administer long-acting injectable medications and other prescribed treatments with attentiveness to patient comfort and clinical safety. Draw bloodwork as directed, and proactively track screening labs for lithium, Depakote, and atypical antipsychotics — alerting providers when tests are due to ensure no patient falls behind on essential monitoring.
• Empower Patients and Families Through Education: Serve as a trusted educational resource by providing clear, compassionate guidance on diagnoses, medications, and treatment plans as directed by the supervising provider. Extend that mission by helping patients understand general medical issues that impact mental health, supporting whole-person wellness at every interaction.
• Facilitate Seamless Care Coordination: Act as a vital connector across the care team — coordinating with psychiatrists, therapists, primary care providers, and case managers to support continuity of care. Interface with colleagues across the Center's service lines, including women's health, pediatrics, adult medicine, internal medicine, and acute care, to ensure shared patients receive integrated, cohesive support.
• Champion Patient Communication and Medication Access: Respond to patient calls and walk-ins by gathering information and working with providers to determine next steps, ensuring every patient feels heard and directed toward timely care. Contact patients to communicate lab results and follow-up instructions as directed, and manage medication refill requests — including I-STOP verification and queuing medications for provider review — to support uninterrupted access to treatment.
• Navigate Prior Authorizations with Persistence: Obtain prior authorizations for medications and pursue appeals when indicated, advocating on behalf of patients to remove barriers between them and the treatments they need. Complete all patient paperwork accurately and on time, keeping documentation current in alignment with provider direction.
• Sustain Excellence Through Documentation and Compliance: Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in the electronic health record (EHR), reflecting the highest standards of clinical accountability. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and staff meetings and ensure full compliance with HIPAA and all applicable regulatory standards.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Licensed Practical Nursing, equipped with the skills to thrive in a behavioral health environment
• Licensed/Registered in New York State as an LPN, showcasing your dedication to professional standards
• CPR Certification required, reflecting your commitment to patient safety in every moment
• Strong assessment and critical thinking skills, with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Sound time management skills and a strong commitment to collaborative, team-based care
• Self-motivated approach to personal and professional growth

Preferred Qualifications:  

• 1–2 years of psychiatric nursing experience
• Phlebotomy experience
• Experience administering long-acting injectable antipsychotics
• Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques 

Pay & Benefits:

• $34 - $38 per hour, commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Generous Paid Time Off and Sick Time, ensuring you have the flexibility to recharge and rejuvenate. 
• 8 Paid Holidays 
• 403(b) Retirement Plan, setting you up for a secure future. 
• Short-term and Long-term disability 
• Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance