Location: Syracuse, NY 13210
Assignment Duration: 15 Weeks
Shift: Day Shift | 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Schedule: 12.5-hour shifts | Every other weekend and select holidays required
A healthcare organization is seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support a Pediatric Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit. This contract role focuses on providing compassionate, high-quality nursing care to pediatric patients with behavioral and mental health needs in an acute care hospital setting.
Provide direct nursing care to pediatric patients in an inpatient behavioral health environment
Assist physicians and registered nurses with examinations, treatments, and procedures
Administer medications and injections in accordance with established protocols
Monitor, document, and report vital signs and patient responses to treatment
Prepare patients for examinations and assist during clinical procedures
Maintain cleanliness and readiness of exam rooms and clinical areas
Accurately document patient care using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems
Support daily unit operations and participate in nursing unit activities
Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary care teams
Gross Weekly Pay: $1,846/week
W2 Rate: $18/hour
Weekly Stipend: $1,225/week
Local Pay Rate: $37/hour
Active New York State Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license – required
Psychiatric nursing experience – required
Minimum 1 year of LPN experience
Prior inpatient hospital experience strongly preferred
Pediatric nursing experience preferred
Current CPR certification (or ability to obtain prior to start)
EKG application experience highly desired
Strong interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills
Pediatric inpatient behavioral health unit
Fast-paced, team-oriented acute care setting
Requires flexibility for weekends and holiday coverage
For more details reach at ukhan@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 518-862-1204.
About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.