Per Diem Evening Nurse

Company: Ember Health
Location: New York City
Posted on: February 14, 2026

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 evening clinic hours (4-9 PM), we are seeking per-diem nurses for consistent evening coverage. This role offers a guaranteed minimum of 1-2 evenings per week, with opportunities to work up to all 5 weekday evenings. Additional ad-hoc daytime shifts may also be available. Per-diem evening nurses are a vital part of our supportive, mission-driven culture, partnering with excellent clinicians and administrators as part of the Ember evening team. Compensation starts at $60/hour, with potential to increase over time. Note: If you cannot commit to regular evening shifts, you may still be considered for our general per-diem pool, providing flexible coverage opportunities. Credentials Current New York State license as LPN, RN, CNS, or NP required. 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 evening team, you will: Deliver high-quality, gold-standard care in a supportive, mission-driven environment Work alongside high-caliber clinicians and administrators, forming the core of Ember's evening team Enjoy predictable evening shifts while maintaining daytime flexibility 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 evening shifts, you are encouraged to apply for our general per-diem pool to contribute on a flexible basis.

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