Behavioral Health Registered Nurse

Green Key Resources; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing company is seeking a Behavioral Health Registered Nurse in New York, NY. The role offers competitive pay ranging from $85,000 to $100,000 annually, involving direct patient care, health assessments, and staff training. Ideal candidates will hold a valid NY nursing license and possess strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in New York.
• Managerial experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care per physician's orders.
• Develop and implement individualized nursing care plans.
• Supervise LPN staff and provide health education.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication

Teamwork

Independent judgment and decision-making

Education

Active New York State license as a Registered Professional Nurse

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Join to apply for the Behavioral Health Registered Nurse role at Green Key Resources

1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the Behavioral Health Registered Nurse role at Green Key Resources

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

This range is provided by Green Key Resources. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$85,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

Position Title: Registered Nurse (RN)

Position Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct nursing care as prescribed by the physician or Nurse Practitioner, in compliance with recognized nursing standards and State and Federal regulations. This role involves using the nursing process to make continuous assessments of clients' total health needs, performing nursing assessments through direct physical examination, and developing and implementing individualized nursing care plans.

Essential Job Duties

• Provide direct nursing care as prescribed by the physician/Nurse Practitioner.
• Use the nursing process to make continuous assessments of clients' total health needs.
• Perform nursing assessments through direct physical examination.
• Develop and implement individualized nursing care plans, updating them at least annually or when there is a significant change in the client's condition.
• Coordinate all acute and ongoing health services as needed and as mandated by regulations.
• Monitor health and behavioral status, labs, and the efficacy of prescribed treatments, ensuring timely communication of findings to appropriate clinical personnel.
• Ensure that all medical record documentation is accurate, timely, outcome-based, and reflected in the nursing notes.
• Provide health education to clients and their support systems.
• Provide initial and ongoing training to staff in all nursing tasks, functions, and protective and preventive health measures, at least annually.
• Provide training and ongoing support to staff regarding medication administration, infection control, and other appropriate areas.
• In conjunction with the Director of Nursing, interview and determine the candidacy of other RN and LPN applicants.
• Supervise, discipline, and schedule LPN staff hours.
• Maintain documentation of all training curriculums, attendance, and post-training testing.
• Work with electronic health record management, electronic care coordination, and electronic health record interfaces with external service providers.
• Actively participate in the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT).
• Be available on call.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Educational/Training Requirements

• Active, unrestricted New York State license as a Registered Professional Nurse.
  
  

Experience Required/Preferred

• Managerial experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to work independently and possess sound independent judgment and decision-making skills.
  
  

Computer Skills Required

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
  
  

Visual and Manual Dexterity

• Ability to read documents for analytical purposes such as health charts and spreadsheets.
• Manual dexterity necessary for handling medical equipment, administering medications, and performing clinical procedures.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Green Key Resources by 2x

Get notified about new Registered Nurse jobs in New York, United States.

Tuckahoe, NY $68,000.00-$115,000.00 1 week ago

New York, United States $80,000.00-$100,000.00 1 week ago

New York, NY $73,450.00-$130,000.00 6 months ago

Brooklyn, NY $90,000.00-$100,000.00 2 weeks ago

Registered Nurse (RN) - Ambulatory-OBGYN

New York, NY $68,000.00-$115,000.00 5 days ago

New York, NY $68,000.00-$115,000.00 1 week ago

New York, United States $90,000.00-$100,000.00 1 week ago

RN (Registered Nurse) **PRIVATE DUTY RN NEEDED**

Harrison, NY $111,827.00-$146,888.00 4 months ago

Registered Nurse (RN) - Ambulatory- Peds

Registered Nurse - RN / Post Partum Floor - PP

Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room RNFA

Registered Nurse (RN), Health Center Manager

Livingston Manor, NY $45.00-$45.00 3 weeks ago

New York, United States $75,638.00-$137,563.00 3 months ago

Registered Nurse (RN) - Ambulatory- Multispecialty

Registered Nurse-Multispecialty-Hicksville, NY-Full Time-Day-Offsite

New York, NY $107,363.00-$123,866.00 5 months ago

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.