Nurses, Registered

US: Tryfacta • Brentwood, NY

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About The Position

Tryfacta is seeking a Registered Nurse for a client in Brentwood, New York. This is a 24-month contract assignment providing professional nursing services to individuals diagnosed with mental illness. The position fills in for other staff, so the schedule will vary. Shifts are generally 6:50 AM–3:50 PM, 3:50 PM–11:50 PM, and 11:50 PM–7:50 AM; 12-hour shifts may also be available. The assignment is expected to last up to two years. Maximum allowable hours over the term are 4,160 regular hours, 96 overtime hours, and 128 holiday hours; these hours are not guaranteed.

A criminal background check is required, and HR will conduct SEL and SCR checks. TB testing and a pre-placement health screening are required. Applicants must provide titers showing immunity to measles and rubella or proof of two MMR vaccines. Varicella and hepatitis B titers or vaccine records are strongly recommended. A flu vaccine is needed during flu season, or masking may be required. OMH will provide required department and site-specific training in addition to mandatory facility training.

Requirements

• Hold a Registered Nurse license and current registration to practice nursing in New York State.
• Complete required criminal background screening and HR SEL and SCR checks.
• Complete TB testing and a pre-placement health screening.
• Provide evidence of measles and rubella immunity or proof of two MMR vaccines.
• Receive a flu vaccine during flu season or comply with masking requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Varicella titer or vaccine record.
• Hepatitis B titer or vaccine record.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing services to individuals diagnosed with mental illness.
• Perform nursing interventions and documentation.
• Administer medications and maintain inventory standards for medicines, controlled drugs, and narcotics.
• Provide health teaching and counseling to patients.
• Address patient needs and concerns.
• Complete admissions, discharges, and transfers.
• Maintain a safe and secure therapeutic environment.
• Participate in staff education and maintain infection control standards.
• Function as a member of a treatment team.

What This Job Offers

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