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LPN - Psych Acute

Posted Sep 11

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Schedule and commitments

Term
Permanent

Pay and benefits

Against the board
New Jersey nursing median is $47/hrNew Jersey nursing postings that state pay run $34/hr to $60/hr, the middle half $43/hr to $55/hr, across 848 postings. That covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Do you qualify?

License
Current and valid state license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Psychiatric Technician.
Certification
Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.
Experience
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

What's around it?

In Newark, NJ· © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap

Living costs about 13% above the US average

Address
111 CENTRAL AVENUE, NEWARK, NJ, 07102
CMS rating
4 of 5 stars
Beds
147
Median rent
$1,392/mo
Household income
$52,060/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

See Newark, NJ

From Medicare Care Compare, Sep 2026 · Census ACS 2024.

About this role

Overview

Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! Saint Michael's Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.

Established by the Franciscan Sisters of the Poor in 1867, Saint Michael's Medical Center is a 358-bed regional tertiary-care, teaching, and research center in the heart of Newark's business and educational district and is accredited by The Joint Commission. Combining state-of-the-art technology, the latest diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, leading-edge research, and a network of highly qualified physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals, the hospital provides top-quality health care services delivered with compassionate care.

The first medical institution in New Jersey to perform open-heart surgery, and the first to develop a cardiac catheterization program, Saint Michael's Medical Center is home to the Heart and Vascular Institute, which offers a comprehensive array of innovative cardiac treatments and procedures. Learn more at www.smmcnj.com.

Responsibilities

The Licensed Vocational Nurse/Licensed Psychiatric Technician provides direct and indirect patient care services requiring technical and manual skills, within the scope of practice, that meet the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care, and meets the communication needs of the patient and family; Performs under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse. Demonstrates knowledge of EMTALA Regulations and triage process in the ER setting.

Education, experience, training

  • Current and valid state license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Psychiatric Technician.
  • Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.

Pay Transparency

Saint Michaels Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. Benefits may vary based on collective bargaining agreement requirements and/or the employment status, i.e. full-time or part-time.

The current compensation range for this role is $32.78 to $40.99. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

Employment Status: Part Time 59 Shift: Nights Equal Employment Opportunity:

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

Sourced from Saint Michael's Medical Center’s careers page.

How this role fits you

About the employer

Saint Michael's Medical Center
Hiring organization

Workplace: SAINT MICHAEL'S MEDICAL CENTER.

On your path

Psychiatric is open from year one. Behavioral health spans inpatient, emergency, and community settings.

Worth asking

  • Can you walk me through the pay period for the posted compensation range for this role is $32.78 to $40.99 range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to ask
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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