Psych ER Registered Nurse — Dynamic, Compassionate Care

Prime Healthcare; Powerville (NJ); On-site; USD 59,000 - 74,000; Part time

Job summary

Saint Clare's Health, part of Prime Healthcare, is seeking part-time Registered Nurse(s) for behavioral health units. RNs will educate patients, perform assessments, and participate in therapeutic interventions. Duties include crisis response, documentation, and coordination with care teams to support recovery and patient safety.

Current RN license and BLS certification required. Knowledge of mental health laws and care continuity is essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current State license as a Registered Nurse.
• BLS certification required upon hire and kept current.
• Knowledge of Mental Health Laws and practice standards.
• Understanding of interdisciplinary treatment teams and inpatient/outpatient behavioral health care.
• Familiarity with the continuum of care for behavioral health.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care, education on conditions, and emotional support to patients and families.
• Lead therapeutic groups, psychiatric crisis intervention, and safety measures as needed.
• Record medical histories, assist in diagnostics, and support follow-up and rehab.
• Educate patients on illness management, diet, exercise, and self-care strategies.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education patients

Crisis intervention

Medical equipment operation

Education

Registered Nurse license

BLS certification

Job description

Saint Clare's Health, part of Prime Healthcare, is seeking part-time Registered Nurse(s) for behavioral health units. RNs will educate patients, perform assessments, and participate in therapeutic interventions. Duties include crisis response, documentation, and coordination with care teams to support recovery and patient safety.

Current RN license and BLS certification required. Knowledge of mental health laws and care continuity is essential.