Staff Nurse - RN - Behavioral Health - Geriatrics/4South- Day/Evening - Rotating
About The Position
NewYork-Presbyterian/Westchester Behavioral Health Center is seeking a Registered Nurse to work on its 23-bed geriatric psychiatry unit, caring for patients aged 60 and older. Patients have varying mental abilities and may need assistance with activities of daily living, including complete physical care. Common behaviors include agitation, physical or verbal aggression, depression, withdrawal, and psychosis. Many patients also have medical problems that complicate or worsen their psychiatric conditions. The average length of stay is about 12 days. The nurse delivers and evaluates patient care using a compassionate, evidence-based approach and works in a patient-centered environment that emphasizes quality, patient satisfaction, shared clinical decision-making, and collaboration. The position is full-time, with rotating day/evening shifts: three 12-hour shifts plus an additional 8 hours biweekly, between 7:00 a.m. and 11:30 p.m. Every-other-weekend coverage (Saturday and Sunday) is required. The role is based at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Westchester Behavioral Health in White Plains, New York, and requires on-site presence.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
- Current New York State RN license.
- BCLS certification.
- Knowledge of the nursing process and social, behavioral, biological, and physical sciences.
- Knowledge of the current health care environment.
- Knowledge of customer service principles.
- Knowledge of effective interpersonal communication skills.
- Knowledge of computer applications.
- Ability to analyze patient-care data to deliver and evaluate care.
- New graduates must complete the Nurse Residency Program.
Nice To Haves
- At least 1 year of previous inpatient Med-Surg nursing experience.
- Nursing certifications.
Responsibilities
- Provide nursing care to patients aged 60 and older on a 23-bed geriatric psychiatry unit.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living and provide complete physical care when needed.
- Analyze patient-care data to deliver and evaluate care.
- Practice in accordance with nursing processes and evidence-based care principles.
- Work rotating day/evening shifts and cover every other weekend.
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling.
- Shared clinical decision-making.
- Inspirational leadership and supportive colleagues.
- Comprehensive and competitive benefits supporting employees and their families.
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
