Dual Diagnosis- Registered Nurse

Silver Lake Hospital•Newark, NJ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Silver Lake Hospital of Newark, NJ is seeking to hire experienced full time, part time, and per diem Registered Nurses with b ehavioral health experience to provide inpatient treatment for adults who experience acute mental health symptoms and substance use. Flexible shifts and flexible schedules are available. ABOUT SILVER LAKE HOSPITAL Silver Lake Hospital's state of the art acute inpatient dual diagnosis program provides inpatient treatment for adults who experience acute mental health symptoms and substance use. We are looking for compassionate, warm, caring and highly professional health care individuals who have a passion for helping others. POSITION SUMMARY The Registered Nurse (RN) is the primary care coordinator for the interdisciplinary team and is accountable for the implementation of a collaborative care plan as prescribed by the physician(s) and treatment team. Provides medical management and assessment of patients. This position does involve direct patient care for a population of patients between the ages of 18 and older and does require age specific experience, specialized training and/or expertise to serve this population.

Requirements

Minimum of an Associate's degree with major in Nursing, BSN preferred
Must possess a current NJ State Registered Nurse license
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required upon hire fr om the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association
Advanced Cardio Life Support (ACLS) from American Red Cross or American Heart Association within two months of hire
One (1) year of acute care psychiatric experience required
Knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with an understanding of mental illness preferred
Positive interpersonal relationships that embody our patient/family centered philosophy
Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with others
Skills required: Critical thinking, analytical, interpersonal, organizational
Ability to prioritize
Ability to relate well to patients, families, co-workers, and physicians
Basic knowledge in Microsoft Office and EMR systems

Nice To Haves

Psychiatric Mental Health Certification is preferred
Knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with an understanding of mental illness preferred

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse (RN) is the primary care coordinator for the interdisciplinary team
Accountable for the implementation of a collaborative care plan as prescribed by the physician(s) and treatment team
Provides medical management and assessment of patients
Direct patient care for a population of patients between the ages of 18 and older