Licensed Practical Nurse - Inpatient Behavioral Health
Listed compensation
$27.85-$35.87/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Employment Type: Full time
Shift: Rotating Shift
Description
The schedule includes working a weekend and holiday rotation
Our Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit 3-6 is a 30 bed acute care unit providing an interdisciplinary approach to care for emotionally ill adult patients on a voluntary or involuntary status. We care for patients with a wide variety of psychiatric and substance use disorders.
Our unit is devoted to individualized care in a safe and secure environment ensuring dignity and respect for all those we serve.
Our primary nursing care model develops an individualized plan of care that includes a full range of individual and group sessions, psychotherapies, medications, ECT treatments and other rehab modalities.
What You Will Do
- Provide bedside patient care, administer medications, and complete nursing tasks.
- Provide excellent care and practice per clinical services standards of care guidelines.
- Utilizing the Nursing Process, plans, directs and supervises the care of patients in addition to being involved in the provision of direct care of patients and families.
- Participate in precepting and mentoring students and new staff.
Responsibilities
- Ensures quality nursing care is rendered to all patients in accordance with the New York Nurse Practice Act, National Standards of Practice, and Nursing and Clinical Service standards of care and practice.
- Utilizing the Nursing Process, plans, directs and supervises the care of patients in addition to being involved in the provision of direct care of patients and families.
Mission Statement
- We, St Joseph's Health and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.
Vision
- To be world-renowned for passionate patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes.
Core Values
- In the spirit of good Stewardship, we heal by practicing Justice in fostering right relationships to promote common good, Reverence in honoring the dignity of every person, Excellence in expecting the best of ourselves and others; Integrity in being faithful to who we say we are.
Education, Training, Experience, Certification and Licensure:
- Graduation from an accredited school for Licensed Practical Nursing and current licensure in the State of New York.
- Maintains current BLS/CPR.
- Participates in orientation and continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise.
Work Environment and Hazards
- Clinical setting. Exposure Class I
Physical Demands
- Medium work: must be able to lift 25 pounds frequently; occasionally lifting maximum of 50 pounds. Will require ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, squat and reach.
Work Contact Group
- All services, medical staff, patients, visitors, and various regulatory and professional agencies.
Supervised By
- Registered Nurse, Team Leader, Clinical Coordinator, Unit Manager, and Clinical Services/Nursing Administration.
Pay Range: $27.85 - $35.87
Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Requirements
Candidates must have graduated from an accredited school for Licensed Practical Nursing and hold a current New York state license. Current BLS/CPR certification is also required for this position.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Behavioral Health Career Context
Licensed Practical Nurse pay on WeekdayDoc is up 16.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $58k–$75k | Licensed Practical Nurse median $64k (middle half $61k–$74k)164 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 9% state a sign-on bonus (median $8k) · 6% offer loan repayment154 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Behavioral Health listings (all professions) | 863 in the last 30 days | 483 the 30 days before (+79%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse pay trend | +16.0% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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