Nurse- LPN

Job Details: Job Location: East Hampton Residential - Wainscott, NY, Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time, Education Level: High School or GED Equivalent, Salary Range: $23.51 - $35.29Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Floater, Job Category: Nurse, Summary

Bring your nursing skills to a role where compassion, care, and purpose come together.

Phoenix House is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to support clients' health, safety, and recovery in a behavioral health and substance use treatment setting. In this role, you will help ensure clients receive attentive medical support and compassionate care throughout their treatment experience.

As part of a dedicated care team, you will monitor client health needs, support medication processes, document care, coordinate medical follow-up, and help create a safe, structured environment where clients can focus on healing and recovery.

This role is a great fit for someone who is dependable, detail-oriented, and committed to treating clients with dignity, respect, and empathy.

If you are looking for a meaningful nursing opportunity where your work supports recovery, hope, and lasting change, we invite you to apply.

***Phoenix House of NY is proudly offering 100% employer-paid medical insurance for all eligible employees and their dependents!***

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:  

(10) Paid Holidays 

Paid vacation, sick time, personal, and wellness time 

Medical, dental, and vision insurance for those who are scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week 

Pet insurance, legal support, and other supplemental insurance 

A generous tuition reimbursement program 

403(b) retirement plan 

Competitive wages and more... 

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.

Qualifications: 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

Administration of subcutaneous and intramuscular injections
EKG proficiency
Proficiency in transcribing medication orders to the pharmacy and or the EMR
Proficiency of data collection of newly admitted clients
Obtain and document vital signs and escalate accordingly
Oversee the self-administration of medications in a safe manner
Knowledge and adherence to universal precautions
Narcan Administration
Computer proficiency
Customer service and satisfaction
Professional conduct
Communication and Team Work

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.