Registered Nurse- Behavioral Health Services (BHU)

Garnet Health•Thompson, NY

74d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse on the Behavioral Health Services team at Garnet Health Medical Center–Catskill implements the Nursing Process in accordance with established Standards of Practice. The nurse ensures patient care policies and procedures are followed in compliance with Garnet Health Hospital policies, the Nurse Practice Act, and New York State licensure requirements. The role requires critical thinking, effective organization and prioritization, and evidence-based nursing practice.

Requirements

Currently licensed and registered in New York State to practice as a professional nurse.
Successful completion of a BLS Provider Course.
Attend the hospital crisis training program within three months of hire or transfer and annually thereafter.
Maintain all required certifications for assigned areas.
Ability to perform the role's physical and functional tasks, including full anatomical range of motion, operating computer and office equipment, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
Ability to foster collaborative relationships, work under pressure, organize and synthesize information, prioritize tasks, think critically and analytically, adapt, multitask, and maintain detailed attention despite interruptions.
Ability to communicate ideas through spoken and written language and demonstrate sensitivity to customer needs and expectations.

Nice To Haves

Baccalaureate degree in Nursing preferred.
One year of medical/surgical experience in an acute care setting preferred.
ANCC-Psych/MH certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Implement the Nursing Process based on established Standards of Practice.
Ensure patient care policies and procedures are followed in accordance with hospital policies, the Nurse Practice Act, and New York State licensure requirements.
Use critical thinking to organize and prioritize work effectively and implement evidence-based nursing.
Maintain required certifications for assigned areas.
Attend the hospital crisis training program within three months of hire or transfer and annually thereafter.