Part-Time Licensed Practical Nurse - Behavioral Health Urgent Care

Merakey • Philadelphia, PA

8d • $38 • Onsite

About The Position

This posting is for a Part-Time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position at Merakey's Behavioral Health Urgent Care in Philadelphia, PA. The center serves adults experiencing emotional distress, mental health concerns, and/or substance use concerns, providing same-day care that is not an emergency. Services include triage, resolution-focused services, and aftercare planning to connect individuals with long-term recovery and ongoing care. The goal is to reduce avoidable visits to crisis centers and emergency rooms by providing timely care. The LPN supports clinical operations, providing medical and nursing care under the supervision of CRNPs and in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary BHUCC team. Responsibilities include conducting medical screenings, performing biometric assessments, drawing blood for labs, administering medications, coordinating prescription authorizations, and participating in care coordination.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program is required.
• Current state LPN license and registration is required.
• Experience in a healthcare setting, preferably in behavioral health, urgent care, or a similar environment.
• Familiarity with medical screenings, biometric assessments, and vital signs monitoring.
• Ability to administer medications, draw blood for labs, and manage medication-related tasks, under the direction of a CRNP or prescriber.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with individuals and colleagues effectively.
• Detail-oriented and organized to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and handle crises calmly and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Supports clinical operations, providing essential medical and nursing care to individuals experiencing behavioral health urgent needs.
• Works under the supervision of the CRNP(s) and in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary BHUCC team.
• Conducts medical screenings.
• Performs biometric assessments.
• Draws blood for labs.
• Administers medications.
• Coordinates prescription authorizations.
• Participates in care coordination.

Benefits

• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• Voluntary limited benefits offered through the American Worker. Offerings include limited medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. (not a substitute for major medical insurance)
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree