Discover Christine’s career journey as a behavioral health RN at Northwell Health

Meet Christine, who grew her career from a patient care technician to a behavioral health registered nurse at Northwell Health’s Lenox Hill Hospital. Throughout her time at Northwell, Christine has been grateful for the opportunities and resources that have helped her grow professionally.

Christine began her career with us in 2017 as a patient care technician for Lenox Hill’s float team while also attending nursing school. Her responsibilities included ensuring the comfort and well-being of her patients by providing hands-on patient care under the supervision of registered nurses. She did this by monitoring vital signs, collecting specimens and assisting patients with dressing, mobility and more. This experience exposed Christine to various hospital services and career paths, helping her decide on a nursing specialty to pursue after graduation.

After graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) in 2019, Christine began working as a medical-surgical nurse at Lenox Hill Hospital. There, she managed pre- and post-operative patients, administered medications and monitored vital signs. While working as a medical-surgical nurse, Christine developed an interest in working in the neurosurgical intensive care unit (ICU). To do so, she underwent the Critical Care Access Pathway (CCAP) training program — designed for nurses with limited critical care experience, which focuses on pathophysiology and nursing care. Upon completion, she began working as a neurosurgical ICU RN. Her skills in de-escalating behavioral health events and her passion for guiding patients through their experiences helped Christine solidify her true calling in psychiatry.

In 2022, Christine underwent more training to adapt to the specific requirements of psychiatric nursing, learning new terminology and patient techniques, including building relationships with patients. After completing this training, Christine began working in her current role at Northwell as a behavioral health registered nurse (RN) where she helps patients manage their mental health issues and/or substance abuse disorders. Today, her focus is on improving patient well-being by providing a therapeutic environment, administering medications, and assisting patients in developing coping mechanisms. “Within each role I’ve held at Northwell, I feel wholly supported by my team and I’ve seen how our patients feel that same quality of support in their care,” reflected Christine. Taking her interest in psychiatry a step further, she is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a specialization as a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner, with assistance from Northwell’s tuition reimbursement program.

Christine is proud of her achievements during her time at Northwell, including being nominated for our 2025 Truly Award for teamwork. Her unit had finalists for other awards and designations, such as the Above and Beyond Award for exceptional patient care, resulting from high Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Hospitals (HCAHPS) scores which measures patients’ perception of their hospital experience. Lenox Hill Hospital was also awarded the Magnet designation, which recognizes healthcare organizations demonstrating excellence in nursing practices and patient care.

“I’m extremely proud of our team and the recognition our psychiatry department has received based on the quality of patient care we provide every day,” said Christine. In addition to Christine’s pursuit to further her career through education, she also participated in mentorship programs and attended leadership conferences, plus behavioral health symposiums.

Discover a career well cared for with our behavioral health nursing team and learn more about opportunities with Northwell Health today.

Northwell Health’s 2025 Annual Movement Challenge: Stepping Toward a Healthier Lifestyle

At Northwell Health, we’re more than a team – we’re a community committed to well-being. Our team members have access to more than 500 wellness workshops offered annually, along with a variety of healthy resources that encompass our seven pillars of well-being, including physical, emotional, financial, social, spiritual, environmental and intellectual.

Each year, team members work together to build healthy habits by participating in our annual movement challenge. Led by Northwell Health’s Team Member Wellness team, the challenge encourages participants to create teams and walk across different areas of the world, while learning fun facts about the rich history, vibrant cultures and geography of the select destinations. This year’s “Journey through Africa” movement challenge saw more than 21,000 team members collectively walk over six billion steps to reach 13 different destinations during a six-week period. Following the six-week challenge, more than 1,200 team members took part in a blood pressure screening survey and reported experiencing improved sleep quality, decreased stress levels, increased physical activity and an overall enhanced perception of their health as a result.

Beyond the movement challenge, the Personify Health app (with more than 63,000 participants) further empowers our team to prioritize well-being. Team members track their activity with wearable devices, engage in programs focused on better nutrition, better sleep habits, and can even invite friends and family to join in for added support and motivation.

From brisk morning walks to weekend hikes, our Truly Ambitious team members find productive ways to develop healthy habits and stay active. Northwell promotes healthier lifestyle choices among our team by providing access to comprehensive wellness programs.

Join our Northwell team members who are already experiencing the benefits of our wellness programs. Explore career opportunities and discover a healthier, more connected you.

Level up your career while you relax and recharge! Summer is the perfect time to dive into your next professional move, without missing out on seasonal fun. We’ve rounded up five impactful career tips you can explore while poolside. So the next time you’re applying sunscreen in your lounge chair, consider applying to a new opportunity at Northwell Health.

Join our talent community

Submit your resume at NorthwellCareers.com and sign up for our monthly careers newsletter. This will provide you with access to career information, including hearing from Northwell team members about their career journeys and getting notified of upcoming events.

Sign up for Northwell job alerts

Job alerts can be set-up on LinkedIn, Indeed or other job sites. And of course, don’t forget to also sign up for job alerts at NorthwellCareers.com. On the top right of our website, you’ll find the “Job Alerts” button. Click “Job Alert Sign Up” and complete the contact form.

Research and network with professional groups

Knowledge is power. Join professional groups in your areas of interest to network with others as you explore the next step on your career path.

Build your personal brand

Market yourself by keeping your resume and online professional profile updated to ensure the best version of you is always visible for recruiters to see. Make sure you tailor your resume before applying to a position so you’re highlighting why you’re qualified.

Practice a mock interview

Prepare a list of possible interview questions to help you get ready (search our career advice blogs). Practice your answers with a friend or while sitting on a float.

You’ve got your sunscreen, your towel, and now your five new career tips.
No matter where the Summer takes you, your next opportunity could be just a few clicks away. Make your next move and explore current job openings today!

A career enriched by educational opportunities: Meet Sarinna, Registered Nurse at Northwell Health

At Northwell Health, our nursing team demonstrates their commitment to patient care by incorporating innovative thinking into their practice and consistently delivering excellence in ways that elevate the healthcare experience. We provide our nursing team members with educational opportunities to enrich their career journey and help them achieve success. Read on to learn more about Sarinna T. Dommercant, one of Northwell’s dedicated and compassionate registered nurses at Lenox Hill Hospital.

Sarinna began her career journey at Northwell Health in 2016 in food and dining services as a hostess in Lenox Hill Hospital’s kitchen. In this role, she took patient’s meal orders and delivered it to their bedside. It was Sarinna’s introduction to the healthcare industry, teaching her essential communication skills and showing her the importance of every role within a hospital system. This helped her see how critical every team member is in supporting the larger mission of outstanding patient care.

Sarinna’s ambition helped her to transition into the role of a patient service facilitator in the hospital’s labor and delivery department in 2021. In this role, Sarinna supported clinical staff, coordinated patient flow and ensured that families had a positive experience. She built amazing relationships and was encouraged to pursue her dream of earning her nursing degree. “Northwell creates an environment where career advancement is both encouraged and supported, and for that, I am grateful,” said Sarinna.

Thanks to Northwell’s tuition reimbursement program, Sarinna was able to balance her career while attending a full-time nursing program to earn her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) in 2025. Since then, Sarinna has been working in her current role as a float registered nurse at Lenox Hill Hospital. As a float RN, Sarinna gains great experience working across different hospital units, filling in where needed. Her role requires strong critical thinking, adaptability, resourcefulness and the ability to build rapport with both patients and staff quickly, which are all skills she learned during her time with Northwell and throughout her schooling.

Since joining Northwell, Sarinna has been grateful for the opportunities that she has received to advance her career. “Northwell equipped me with tools, resources and confidence to grow.” Sarinna continued, “I am thankful to my colleagues and mentors who have patiently taught me, guided me and inspired me throughout my career journey.”

Join us in raising health for all. Grow your nursing career at Northwell today.

From licensed practical nurse, to registered nurse, to acute care nurse practitioner, discover a rewarding career path in nursing at Northwell Health.

Are you interested in growing your nursing career to become an acute care nurse practitioner at Northwell Health? Our nursing team members can advance their careers through various personal and professional resources and development programs. This includes continuing education opportunities through our Center for Learning and Innovation (CLI), Institute for Nursing, mentorships, Business Employee Resource Groups (BERGs), up to $40,000 toward their BSN degree in tuition reimbursement and more.

Below, you can explore one of the many ways you can grow your career from a licensed practical nurse to an acute care nurse practitioner. For the complete job profiles of each role, we invite you to visit NorthwellCareers.com or click the link below to get started on this career journey as a licensed practical nurse. Discover a career well cared for at Northwell today.

View our available licensed practical nurse roles.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed practical nurses are responsible for providing professional nursing care to patients in support of and as directed by the physician. They observe, conduct and document a thorough assessment of patient’s medical status during entire course of treatment.

• Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing or of a nursing vocational or nursing technical school is required.
• Current license to practice as a practical nurse in New York State required, plus specialized certifications as needed.

While continuing your career path from a licensed practical nurse to a registered nurse, you can pursue a bachelor’s degree in nursing by utilizing Northwell’s tuition reimbursement program. This will allow you to broaden your patient care skills while also continuing your education.

Registered Nurse

Registered nurses perform an age specific plan of care for a designated group of patients using the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care. They collaborate with physicians and other health team members in coordinating and implementing procedures and treatments. and clinical judgment in coordinating patient care to direct and delegate activities of the patient care unit team.

• Requires graduation from an accredited school of nursing. Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN), preferred. Must be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two (2) years and obtain a BSN Degree within five (5) years of job entry date.
• Requires current license to practice as a registered professional nurse in New York State, plus specialized certifications as needed.

As you transition from a registered nurse to an acute care nurse practitioner, you will continue your education toward a master’s degree in a nurse practitioner program and national board certification in a specific area of specialty. This will allow you to continue advancing your patient care skills while also gaining experience in leadership.

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner 

Acute care nurse practitioners perform a variety of functions and technical procedures necessary for patient admission, assessment, diagnosis, treatment, follow-up and outcome evaluation. They participate in performance improvement, research and educational activities.

• Requires master’s degree in a nurse practitioner program and national board certification in a specialty area.
• Requires current license to practice as a nurse practitioner in New York State and current license to practice as a registered professional nurse in New York State.
• Has a collaborative practice agreement with designated protocols filed with NYS Department of Education or collaborative relationship attestation as per the Nurse Practitioner Modernization Act 2015.
• Requires current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.