American Traveler Staffing Professionals
Job Location :
Bronx,NY, USA
Posted on :
2025-08-12T00:55:47Z
Job Description :
American Traveler is seeking an LPN to join an acute detox psychiatric unit in a Level 2 trauma setting, requiring at least 2 years of experience and specific de-escalation training.Job Details• Work in an acute psychiatric detox unit with a maximum capacity of 20 patients,• Patient population includes adults 18 and older detoxing from opioids and/or alcohol,• Unit staffed with 2 RNs per shift, including a charge nurse, and 2 techs per shift,• Shift is 5 consecutive 8.5-hour day shifts with a 1-hour lunch, including every other weekend and rotation of 1 major winter and 1 major summer holiday,• May float to Rehab, clinic, or psychiatry units as needed; security escort provided at night when floating to psychiatry,• Allscripts EMR used in the facility,• No routine IV therapy performed on the unit; IVs may be started in medical emergencies,Job Requirements• Active LPN license required if applicable,• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience, preferably with MedSurg background,• Must have current BLS (AHA), CPI, MOAB, and facility-specific de-escalation training (BronxCare Hospital Center - Grand Concourse Campus),• Phlebotomy skills required,• Experience obtaining EKGs is required,• Ability to accurately assess detox symptoms,Additional Information• Primary responsibilities include monitoring, assessment, and care coordination for detoxing patients,• Expected to collaborate with interdisciplinary team and provide support during admission assessments,• No psychiatric experience required, though it is preferred,• Unit does not use physical restraints; patients in severe DTs are transferred,• Royal blue scrubs for RNs and Kelly green for LPNs are required,• Five days of on-the-floor orientation provided,• First-time travelers will be supported with team resources,],• hash,:• 143#######861#######,
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