Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health

Incredible Health; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 71,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

PTO

Tuition Assistance

401K

Job summary

Incredible Health in Elizabeth, NJ is hiring a Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health. The role involves conducting initial patient assessments, developing care plans with a multidisciplinary team, and administering medications.

You will provide emotional support, lead group therapy sessions, and coordinate discharge planning. Requirements include a BSN or higher and an active RN license, plus 1+ year in behavioral health.

Qualifications

• BSN or higher from an accredited program
• Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse license
• 1+ years experience in behavioral health
• Strong understanding of psychotropic medications and side effects
• Maintain patient confidentiality per ANA ethics

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial patient assessments and develop individualized care plans with a multidisciplinary team
• Administer medications as prescribed and monitor efficacy/side effects
• Provide emotional and psychological support to patients and families using evidence-based communication
• Facilitate group therapy sessions and educational workshops on mental health topics
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals for holistic care and discharge planning

Skills

BSN or higher

RN license

Behavioral health exp

Psychotropic meds knowledge

ANA confidentiality/ethics

Education

BSN or higher degree

Job description

Hospitals on Incredible Health are actively hiring and accepting applications in the Elizabeth, NJ area for the following position: Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health. Nurses with experience in any of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply: Behavioral health, Counseling, Intake, Medication side effects, PTSD, Psychosomatic Medication Interactions, Suicide and self harm risk assessment, or Therapeutic nurse/patient relationship.

• Shift(s) available: day shift, night shift, and mid shift
• Job types available: full time, part time, and per diem
• Employer features: 401(K), Community hospital, Cross training, Magnet recognized, Medical, PTO, Teaching Hospital, U.S. News best hospital

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher educational attainment from an accredited program
• Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse license
• 1+ years experience working in a behavioral health setting, preferably in an inpatient or outpatient environment
• Strong understanding of psychotropic medications, their side effects, and proper administration protocols
• Demonstrated ability to maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards as outlined by the American Nurses Association (ANA)

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial patient assessments and develop individualized care plans in consultation with a multidisciplinary team
• Administer medications as prescribed and monitor for efficacy and potential side effects
• Provide emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, using evidence-based therapeutic communication techniques
• Facilitate group therapy sessions and educational workshops on topics related to mental health and well-being
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure a holistic and integrated approach to patient care, including discharge planning and aftercare support

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance

Salary: $70,920 to $117,990 /year