Per Diem Psychiatric RN – Weekend/Holiday Shifts

Maimonides Medical Center Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Maimonides Medical Center is seeking a Per Diem Nurse in the Nursing Psych 6 unit. You will provide direct nursing care under supervision, with a minimum of four shifts per month including two weekends and holiday coverage as required.

Strong assessment, communication, and critical thinking skills are essential. Graduation from an accredited Nursing program is required; NYS RN licensure and current BLS are mandatory, with ACLS preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing; BSN preferred.
• Current NYS licensure as RN required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• ACLS certification preferred.
• Professional nursing experience appropriate to the service and the position.
• 1 year of Medical/Surgical experience or 1 year of Psych experience REQUIRED.

Responsibilities

• Incorporates relevant assessment and intervention skills in nursing care delivery.
• Communicates with patients, colleagues, and management in a timely and accurate manner.
• Employs critical thinking to achieve outcomes and solve problems.
• Provides care consistent with leadership and teamwork expectations.
• Manages assignments and materials to ensure safe, efficient care.
• Delivers patient teaching to promote health and prevent disease.
• Utilizes evidence-based practice and collaborative care in the unit.

Job description

Maimonides Medical Center is seeking a Per Diem Nurse in the Nursing Psych 6 unit. You will provide direct nursing care under supervision, with a minimum of four shifts per month including two weekends and holiday coverage as required.

Strong assessment, communication, and critical thinking skills are essential. Graduation from an accredited Nursing program is required; NYS RN licensure and current BLS are mandatory, with ACLS preferred.