LVN​/LPN – Behavioral

$1466.08/week -

Job Summary:

Providing specialized nursing care for residents with Alzheimer’s and dementia who exhibit unpredictable aggressive behaviors. The role involves implementing behavioral management strategies, medication oversight, and ensuring resident safety and stability in a secure environment.

Responsibilities:

• Administer medications and monitor residents’ vital signs to ensure health stability.
• Utilize de-escalation techniques and behavior management methods to handle aggressive or disruptive behaviors.
• Perform intake and output monitoring, blood glucose testing, and specimen labeling in compliance with protocols.
• Maintain a secure, structured environment, adhering to isolation and safety precautions.
• Document care activities accurately in EPIC and participate in resident orientation and discharge planning.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized behavioral management strategies.

Qualifications:

• Hold an active NY LPN or LVN license.
• Possess at least 1 year of experience in behavioral health or skilled nursing, preferably in neurobehavioral or dementia care.
• Demonstrate proficiency in de-escalation, behavioral management, and blood glucose testing.
• Be able to complete billable modules up to 5 hours, with excellent documentation skills.
• Commit to working evening shifts, 14:00 to 22:00, with flexibility for float coverage.
• Ability to work in a secure, fast-paced neurobehavioral setting with complex needs.

Benefits & Growth:

• Opportunity to develop expertise in neurobehavioral and dementia care.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team dedicated to innovative behavioral management strategies.
• Enhance skills in risk management, safety protocols, and resident discharge planning.

• Day 1 Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Travel reimbursement for assignments
• Paid sick leave and additional valuable benefits
• Access to our $1,000 Inspire a Friend Referral Program

Choosing Tact Staff means partnering with a team that understands the unique demands and rewards of Behavioral . We're here to provide you with meaningful assignments that support your professional growth while ensuring each role is a step toward achieving your long-term career goals.

Apply today to experience how Tact Staff can elevate your Behavioral career!