Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health

Sun River Health • Shirley, NY

5h • $45 - $52

About The Position

Sun River Health provides the highest quality of comprehensive primary, preventative and behavioral health services to all who seek it, regardless of insurance status and ability to pay, especially for the underserved and vulnerable. Sun River Health is a Federally Qualified, Non-Profit Health Center serving communities in Suffolk, Rockland, Orange, Dutchess, Ulster, Sullivan, Columbia and Westchester County. Sun River Health is currently seeking a full-time Psychiatric Registered to join its busy team at our Shirley site.
Position Summary
A Registered Nurse renders professional nursing care to patients, within an assigned unit or authorized community health center site, in support of medical care as directed by the medical staff and pursuant to the objectives and policies of the Sun River Community Health. In addition, this position will perform duties assigned on as needed basis.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• NYS Registered Nurse Licensure and CPR/Infection Control Certification
• 2 years of experience in a Behavioral Health/Psychiatric outpatient/ hospital setting supporting mobile patients with Severe Psychiatric Disorders (SMI)
• Familiarity/Experience with medications related to various Psychiatric/Behavioral Health Disorders
• Experience administering injections and collaborating on treatment planning
• Experience with culturally diverse community population

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements and evaluates the nursing care regimens for patients to address substance use and behavioral health needs
• Plans, coordinates and assesses patient care
• Identifies patients’ needs and provides direct nursing care based on the patient’s care plan
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to develop, implement and evaluate patient care through team huddles
• Documents patient’s care with accurate and accessible records
• Maintains confidential case records, medical charts and files pertaining to the resident/patient.
• Participates in the Primary Care Quality Assurance program including assisting with Quality Assurance audits as assigned; Identifies quality issues and opportunities for improving quality of care
• Distributes medication to patients and keeps accurate records for narcotics and controlled drugs in accordance with law and agency policies and procedure

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive health coverage to ensure you and your family stay healthy.
• Life and Disability Coverage: Financial protection for you and your loved ones in case of unforeseen circumstances.
• Retirement Savings Plan: Plan for your future with our retirement savings options.
• Commuter and Transit Benefits: Assistance with your daily commute to make your journey to work easier.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to confidential support and resources for personal and work-related issues.
• Employee Discount Program: Enjoy discounts on various products and services as a valued member of our team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level