Licensed Practical Nurse (57132)

Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse at Phoenix House plays a vital role in supporting clients' health, safety, and recovery in a treatment setting. This position helps ensure that clients receive timely medical support, accurate medication assistance, and compassionate care throughout their treatment experience. As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you are often one of the first points of contact for clients with health-related needs. Your attention to detail, care, and follow-through help create a safe, structured, and supportive environment where clients can focus on recovery and healing.

This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, dependable, and committed to supporting individuals on their recovery journey, and who also enjoys per diem scheduling flexibility.

If this role checks all your boxes, we invite you to apply.

About Us 

Phoenix House of New York | Long Island is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping individuals and families overcome substance use disorders and achieve lasting recovery. We provide treatment, housing, and support services for our clients and their families. Our core values— Integrity, Compassion, Appreciation, Respect, Excellence, and Forward Thinking —guide our approach, ensuring each person receives evidence-based care that promotes dignity and wellness. By upholding these values, we empower people to rebuild their lives with hope, accountability, and support.  

What We Offer 

At Phoenix House, we recognize that in today’s economic climate, stability and support matter more than ever. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to care for you as a whole person—supporting your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Here are some of our perks:

• Paid sick time

• Pet and Identity Protection insurance

• Competitive wages

• Scheduling flexibility

• Shuttle Service to and from train stations in Long Island City (this Phoenix House location only)

  • Available Monday-Friday, 6:30 AM – 10:00 AM and 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM

 

The Licensed Practical Nurse will perform the following tasks:

• Provide direct nursing care to clients under the supervision and direction of clinical leadership. 
• Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with Phoenix House policies and procedures. 
• Oversee unlicensed assistive personnel (e.g. CNAs, Medical Assistants, and Medical Technicians). 
• Perform routine nursing procedures such as EKGs, wound care, and specimen collection.  Administer prescribed medications, including oral, topical, and injectable forms (IM, Sub-Q, intradermal) in accordance with NYS scope of practice and facility policies.  
• Document vital signs, weight, and other clinical assessments to monitor patient condition and report significant findings to clinical leadership. 
• Observe and promptly report any changes in patient behavior, appearance, or health status to the appropriate clinical leadership. 
• Engage in health education and reinforce treatment plans, medication adherence, and self-care strategies. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

Job Details:

• Long Island Residential - Long Island City, NY 
• Per Diem, Non-Exempt
• Hourly Rate: $23.51- $35.29

REQUIRED EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or GED
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• Current NYS Licensed Practical Nurse
•  First Aid Training 
•  CPR Training
•  Narcan Training
•  Infection Control Certification
•  Child Abuse Certification

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• At least three years of related experience
  • Qualified by training, education, and experience in providing nursing care for chemically addicted patients and patients withdrawing from alcohol and or drugs

COMPETENCIES (KSAs)

• Ethical Practices
• Judgment
• Relationship Management
• Time Management
• Empathy
• Professional Boundaries
• Global and Cultural Awareness
• Critical Evaluation
• Problem Solving
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Crisis Management
• Technical Capacity

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This job operates in an indoor medical clinical environment. This role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those required of an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

• Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to type, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
• Frequently required to sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch and lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.