Staff Nurse-Behavioral Health Services

Company: NYC Health + Hospitals
Location: New York
Posted on: May 23, 2025

Job Description:

Marketing StatementSince 1875, South Brooklyn Health has established its reputation for clinical excellence and culturally competent care. It has designations as a Certified Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) Center, an Advanced Primary Stroke Center, an accredited Baby-Friendly Hospital, a U.S. News & World Report high performing hospital. The hospital's staff is as diverse as the patients they serve. Interpreter services can be provided at any time of the day or night in over 130 languages.At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.PurposeJob DescriptionUnder the direction and supervision of the Director of Psychiatric Nursing, Associate Director, Clinician and Head Nurse provides professional nursing care to psychiatric and substance abuse patients (School age adolescent, adult, geriatric) triaged and admitted to the Psychiatric Inpatient Program involving the diagnosis and treatment of responses to actual or potential health problems by means of nursing methods and techniques such as case finding health teaching, health counseling, performance assessment and improvement of care that is supportive and restorative of life and well-being. In the absence of the Head Nurse assigns, directs and instructs nursing staff.Specific Duties And ResponsibilitiesThe Staff Nurse is charged with and responsible for:

• Defines psychopathologic and substance abuse disease processes based on DSM-IV/ASAM; and states appropriate interventions in nursing care plan.
• Identifies levels of patient acuity and describes elements of intervention, i.e. restraints, C.O., PRN medication, therapeutic communication, detox regimens.
• Demonstrates knowledge of side effects of psychotropic medications.
• Relates mission statements to patients and families.
• Demonstrates crisis intervention technique including verbal de-escalation prn medication, use of restraints and constant observation, seclusion.
• Acts as part of a team in medical emergencies and maintains emergency equipment in state of readiness.
• Facilitates health teaching groups and therapeutic group activities.
• Assumes charge nurse duties and responsibilities in absence of head nurse.
• Demonstrates use and upkeep of Precision-PCx System according to policy/procedure.
• Assesses agitation in patient behavior and plans appropriate intervention.
• Appraises own personal skill and ability and seeks assistance from supervisors/co-workers when needed.
• Evaluates physician's orders and seeks clarification when needed.
• Recognizes problem behavior in subordinate employees and plans corrective action.
• Recognizes impact of personal attitudes in interactions with others especially where there are racial/cultural differences.
• Willingly listens to others' comments prior to taking action in potentially volatile situations.
• Participates in interdisciplinary treatment planning conferences, in service programs and P.I. activities.
• Perform all duties in alignment with the mission, vision, values, and behavioral expectations of NYC Health+ HospitalsMinimum Qualifications
  • A valid New York State license and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State; and
  • Holds, or obtains through facility orientation, a valid and current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA).Special NoteFor assignments in Post-Acute Care ONLY, individuals meeting the following criteria may also be considered for appointment: Graduation from a nursing education program registered by the New York State Education Department (NYSED) as licensure qualifying for Registered Professional Nurse (RN) and has applied for licensure as an RN. These unlicensed individuals may be employed to practice under the immediate and personal supervision of a NYS licensed, currently registered, RN for up to 90 days immediately following graduation pending receipt of a limited permit, which selected candidates must apply for and receive within the same 90-day period. Once a limited permit is received, individuals can practice nursing, under the immediate and personal supervision of a NYS licensed, currently registered, RN at a NYC Health + Hospitals health care setting for up to one (1) year from the date of issuance of the limited permit. In addition, must hold or obtain through facility orientation, a valid and current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA).Department PreferencesHow To ApplyIf you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply for Job" button.NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
    • Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
    • Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
    • Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
    • Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
    • College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
    • Multiple employee discounts programs

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