Job Title: LVN/LPN – Behavioral Health (Dementia Care Unit)
Unit: Dementia Care – Behavioral Health (20-Bed Locked Unit)
Location: Newark, NY
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: Mid Shift – 5x8 Hours (2:00 PM – 10:00 PM)
Certifications Required: BLS
EMR: EPIC (Required)
We are seeking an experienced LVN/LPN to support a 20-bed locked dementia care unit within a skilled nursing/behavioral health setting. This unit provides specialized care for residents with dementia and behavioral health needs, including those requiring behavior management and safety interventions.
The ideal candidate will have prior skilled nursing facility (SNF) experience and strong de-escalation and behavioral management skills.
Average Daily Census: 20
Total Beds: 20
Nurse-to-Patient Ratio:
Days: 1:20
Weekends: 1:20
Locked behavioral health/dementia care environment
Provide direct nursing care to residents in a dementia/behavioral health setting.
Implement behavior management and de-escalation protocols.
Monitor and document vital signs, intake/output, and blood glucose levels.
Manage residents exhibiting assaultive or challenging behaviors using approved techniques.
Maintain isolation precautions when required.
Ensure proper specimen labeling and documentation.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive resident care.
Float to other units as needed based on facility requirements.
Maintain accurate documentation within EPIC EMR.
Active LVN/LPN license (New York State).
Minimum 2 years of experience in skilled nursing or behavioral health.
Experience working in a locked unit or dementia care setting.
BLS Certification (current).
EPIC EMR experience required.
Ability to work every other weekend.
Must pass pre-employment health clearance and screening requirements.
Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) experience
Behavior management techniques
Managing assaultive behavior
De-escalation protocols
Blood glucose monitoring/testing
Intake and output monitoring
Isolation precautions
Vital sign monitoring
Specimen labeling and documentation
For more details reach at sthakur@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 732 791 4807 - EXT 4807.