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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