Registered Nurse (RN) - Inpatient Psych (G1)

Rochester Regional Health; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 53,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a Registered Nurse I for the Inpatient Psychiatry unit (G1) at Rochester General Hospital. This RN will provide direct patient care, administer medications, perform assessments, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team across adult psychiatry patients aged 18 and older.

The role emphasizes de‑escalation, safety, and compassionate care, with a 36‑hour work week and a 3‑shift schedule (Day/Evening/Night).

Qualifications

• Diploma or ADN in Nursing required.
• Active RN license in New York State.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provides high‑quality, patient‑centered clinical care.
• Performs initial and ongoing patient assessment with relevant data.
• Communicates assessment findings with the interdisciplinary team.
• Develops and documents an individualized plan of care.
• Complies with safety, medication administration and documentation policies.
• Updates the plan of care based on evaluations and new data.
• Completes at least one CRU form using a recent US study.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Medication administration

Patient assessment

De-escalation

Education

Diploma or ADN in Nursing

RN license in New York

BLS certification

Job description

Job Title: Registered Nurse I

Department: Inpatient Psych (G1)

Location: Rochester General Hospital

Hours Per Week: 36 Hours

Schedule: Day/Evening/Night

SUMMARY:

As a Registered Nurse (RN), you’re the engine and the heart of patient care at Rochester Regional Health. You make a positive

difference every single day in the lives of our patients, their family members and visitors – going above and beyond to meet

their needs with courtesy, kindness, respect and compassion.

The Inpatient Psychiatry Unit (G1) provides care for adults 18 and older at both St. Mary’s and Rochester General Hospital, treating individuals with schizophrenia, mood disorders, depression, anxiety, and those receiving ECT. Nurses play a key role in direct patient care, including medication administration, de-escalation, diabetic care, and blood draws, while working closely with a multidisciplinary treatment team.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides high-quality, patient-centered, clinical care
• Performs initial and ongoing assessment of the patient, utilizing appropriate data (i.e. physical, psychological,educational and risk-screen data appropriate for the chronological /developmental age of the patient).
• Communicates and documents assessment of patient with the interdisciplinary team. Utilizes all availableresources in order to meet the needs of the patient and family.
• Develops and documents plan of care, treatment and services which is individualized and appropriate for thepatient needs, strengths, limitations and goals.
• Complies with organizational policies, procedures and protocols including policies governing safety, medicationadministration and documentation
• Revises plan of care based on ongoing evaluations and updates documentation appropriately.
• Completes at least one clinical research utilization (CRU) form for submission to Nursing Research Departmentutilizing a research article from the last 5 years from research performed in the United States.

COMPLIANCE:

• Completes a minimum of 5 nationally approved contact hours (CNE or CEU) per year.
• Completes mandatory in-services and health screens in timely manner.
• Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing
• Registered Nurse license in New York State.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.
• At least 6 RN months experience preferred

AS: Nursing (Required)

BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA), RN - Registered Nurse - NYS Office of ProfessionsNew York State Education Department (NYSED)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision‑making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$38.67 - $51.92

CITY:

Rochester

POSTAL CODE:

14621

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.