Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health

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

Benefits offered by this job

401(K)

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Medical coverage

Job summary

Incredible Health is hiring a Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health in the Long Branch, NJ area. The role requires experience in behavioral health settings, administering psychotropic medications, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans.

Shift availability includes day, night, and mid shifts, with full-time, part-time, or per diem options. The position emphasizes strong patient confidentiality, ethical practice, and the ability to support patients and

Qualifications

• BSN or higher from an accredited program.
• Active and unencumbered RN license.
• 1+ years experience in behavioral health setting.
• Knowledge of psychotropic medications and administration protocols.
• Commitment to patient confidentiality and ANA ethics.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Behavioral health

Patient assessment

Psychotropic medications knowledge

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Ethical standards & confidentiality

Education

BSN or higher from accredited program

Active RN license

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Hospitals on Incredible Health are actively hiring and accepting applications in the Long Branch, 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