Travel Contract

LPN / LVN Behavioral Health
Newark, New York
DeMay Living Center

$1,480/week
Posted 2 hours ago
 Verified
Highlighted offer

TalentBurst, Inc will give you the best chance of placement for this opportunity

Compare 1 agency options
Apply with multiple agencies to increase your chances of success.
Best chance of placement
TalentBurst, Inc
4.6rating(94 reviews)
$1,480/week
Hourly Rate$37
Stated hours40

Job info

LVN / LPN

Overview

  • Location: Newark, New York
  • Employment type: Travel/Contract
  • Shift: Evening, 5x8 hours, 14:00–22:00
  • Hours per week: 40
  • Contract length: 13 weeks
  • Unit: 20-bed neurobehavioral rehabilitation program in a locked skilled nursing / nursing home setting
  • Census: 20
  • Ratios: Days 1:20; Weekends 1:20
  • Weekend coverage: Every other
  • Float: Required, per facility need
  • Local candidates: Must live more than 75 miles away
  • First-time travelers: Accepted

Required Qualifications

  • Valid LPN / LVN license in New York
  • Behavioral Health (2 years of experience)
  • Behavioral Health experience within the last year
  • BLS issued by American Heart Association
  • Experience with Epic
  • Government-issued photo ID
  • Employment application
  • Skills and competency requirements as listed by the source
  • Color blind testing
  • Physical exam within 1 year of start
  • Fit mask within 1 year of start
  • Negative TB or chest X-ray within 1 year of start
  • TB questionnaire in lieu of annual TB test renewal
  • Rubeola, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, and Varicella documentation as specified by the source
  • Drug screen within 30 days of start
  • Flu vaccination or signed declination during flu season
  • Snellen eye exam within 1 year of start
  • References required for Aya candidates
  • Work history verification
  • Skills checklist
  • New York sex offender registry search results within 30 days of start
  • New York Medicaid exclusion list within 30 days of start and monthly thereafter

Preferred

  • COVID vaccination documentation

Unit Focus

  • Neurobehavioral rehabilitation for residents with Alzheimer’s and/or dementia, including behavioral disturbances and aggressive behaviors
  • Residents may also include Parkinson’s and other conditions with verbal and/or physical aggression
  • Emphasis on behavioral management, medication management, daily routine support, and discharge planning

Skills

  • Locked unit
  • Skilled nursing facility / nursing home
  • Behavior management techniques
  • Managing assaultive behavior
  • Blood glucose monitoring/testing
  • De-escalation protocols
  • Intake and output monitoring
  • Isolation precautions
  • Labeling specimens
  • Vital sign monitoring

Admission / Safety Limits

  • Does not accept residents requiring oxygen/tubing, intravenous therapy, feeding tubes, lines/ports/drains, insulin pumps, catheters, or nephrostomy tubes

About Newark, NY

As a travel nurse in Newark, NY here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Newark, NY is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • The average high in summer is around 80°F, while the average low in winter is around 17°F, so be prepared for both warm summers and cold winters.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available in Newark, NY, and they are relatively easy to find.
  • Many options for furnished housing can be found through local real estate agencies and online rental platforms.
Transportation
  • Newark, NY is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
  • Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
Demographics
  • Newark, NY has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
  • Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses due to the fluctuating weather.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Newark, NY offers a variety of restaurants serving diverse cuisines, as well as local art galleries and music venues.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and boating in the nearby Finger Lakes region.
Was this helpful?
We strive to have reliable information about every job. Tell us what we've got wrong so we can correct it.Report an issue

Browse similar jobs

View job details
Travel Contract

Travel LPN / LVN - Behavioral Health

  • Newark, NY
  • Slate Healthcare
  • 5x8 hrs, Evenings
$1,527/week
Posted 2 days ago
View job details
Travel Contract

Travel LPN / LVN - Behavioral Health

  • Newark, NY
  • Prime Staffing
  • 5x8 hrs, Evenings
$1,500/week
Posted 4 days ago
View all similar jobs