Staff Nurse – RN – Behavioral Health Inpatient– Eating Disorder / 2 South – Day/ Evenings
About The Position
NewYork-Presbyterian/Westchester Behavioral Health Center is hiring a registered nurse for its 17-bed acute psychiatric eating disorder unit. The nurse will support adolescents and adults of mixed genders as they work toward recovery in a comfortable, supportive environment. The unit treats eating disorders including anorexia and bulimia nervosa, with the goal of helping patients achieve and maintain healthy eating habits and a healthy weight. Care is informed by clinical research and advances in treatment, with expertise from faculty at two academic medical centers and teaching institutions. This is a full-time, 40-hour position with a day/evening flex schedule: 7:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m., consisting of three 12-hour shifts and an additional eight hours biweekly. Weekend coverage on Saturdays and Sundays is required. The role is onsite at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Westchester Behavioral Health in White Plains, New York. Employees must live within commuting distance; travel expenses are not reimbursed. NewYork-Presbyterian describes its nursing environment as patient-centered and evidence-based, with flexible scheduling, shared clinical decision-making, inspirational leadership, and supportive colleagues. The organization promotes respect, belonging, inclusion, quality, and patient satisfaction, and offers competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
- Current New York State RN license, or willingness to obtain one.
- BCLS certification.
- Knowledge of the nursing process, including 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 one year of RN experience and/or a capstone or senior clinical rotation with a preceptor.
- Nursing certification(s).
Responsibilities
- Provide nursing care to patients on a 17-bed acute psychiatric eating disorder unit.
- Support adolescent and adult patients with eating disorders as they work toward recovery.
- Help patients achieve and maintain healthy eating habits and a healthy weight.
- Analyze patient-care data to deliver and evaluate care.
Benefits
- Comprehensive and competitive benefits that support employees and their families.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Competitive base pay with recognition for experience, education, and licensure.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
