Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

About Ember Health Ember Health is a growing organization on a mission to expand access to effective, evidence-based, compassionate care for people living with depression. We deliver IV ketamine treatment in safe, medically supervised clinics with a carefully curated therapeutic experience. With 85% of patients reporting symptom relief, we are proud to lead the field and set the gold standard for this treatment.

We are intentional about building a team of highly skilled, mission-driven professionals who share our values of integrity, compassion, and excellence. Each member plays a key role in shaping the future of mental health care.

To learn more about ketamine for depression, you may visit our frequently asked questions and reference external resources we've organized on the topic.

About the Opportunity As Ember expands, we are seeking per-diem nurses for daytime shifts (approximately 8am-6pm) and evening shifts (approximately 4-9pm). This role offers a guaranteed minimum of 1–2 shifts per week, with opportunities to work more as your schedule allows.

Per-diem nurses are a vital part of our supportive, mission-driven culture, partnering with excellent clinicians and administrators as part of Ember's expanded team. Compensation starts at $60/hour, with potential to increase over time.

Note: If you cannot commit to regular weekly shifts, you can still apply and may still be considered for our general per-diem pool, providing flexible coverage opportunities.

Credentials Candidates must hold a current New York State license in one of the following:

• Registered Nurse (RN)
• Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)
• Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Responsibilities

• Facilitate IV ketamine infusions in accordance with Ember protocols
• Monitor patients during infusion and manage/escalate complications
• Create a calm, safe, and professional environment
• Engage in therapeutic communications with patients before and after infusions
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records
• Keep a safe, organized, and clean work area
• Collaborate professionally with the Ember Health team

Attributes

• Warm, compassionate, and empathetic, building trusting relationships easily
• Mission-driven, representing Ember with integrity and enthusiasm
• Skilled communicator, listening attentively and speaking effectively
• Detail-oriented, organized, and committed to high-quality clinical work
• Passionate about learning and professional growth, resilient in the face of challenges

Experience

• Skilled in IV placement and cardio-respiratory monitoring
• Comfortable with procedural sedation monitoring
• Experience in therapeutic patient communication
• Mental health experience or knowledge of depression is a plus

Why This Role is Compelling As a member of our per-diem team, you will:

• Deliver high-quality, gold-standard care in a supportive, mission-driven environment
• Work alongside high-caliber clinicians and administrators as a key member of Ember's extended team
• Work one to one with patients in a highly curated, therapeutic setting
• Schedule shifts with Ember while maintaining flexibility for other personal or professional pursuits
• Be among the first considered for full-time or expanded opportunities
• Contribute to a leading mental health treatment program

Even if you cannot commit to regular weekly shifts, you are encouraged to apply for our general per-diem pool to contribute on a flexible basis.

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