Registered Nurse - RN - Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit 6North - Full-Time - Days

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital; New York (NY); On-site; USD 123,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital is seeking a clinically proficient Registered Nurse (RN) for the Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (6North). The role requires expertise in de-escalation, trauma-informed care, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure patient and staff safety.

This full-time day shift (7:30AM–8:00PM) includes rotating weekends and alternating holidays, located at NYP Brooklyn Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn, NY.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing is required.
• Current New York State RN license is required.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care in a Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit, ensuring patient safety.
• De-escalate high-risk situations and provide trauma-informed care.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based interventions.
• Administer medications and monitor patients’ conditions closely.
• Promote recovery and manage psychiatric crises as part of the care team.

Skills

Psychiatric Nursing Certification

Trauma-Informed Care

De-escalation Techniques

Crisis Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

New York State RN license

BLS certification

Job description

Breakthrough Behavioral Health: Make It Possible at NewYork-Presbyterian

Psychiatry at New York-Presbyterian defies convention. For patients dealing with psychiatric illness or substance addiction, it's a beacon of hope. For nurses with talent and tenacity, it's a premier destination. And for behavioral health clinicians across the world, it's a resource for ever-expanding clinical knowledge.

Location

Brooklyn, New York

Shift

Day Flex (United States of America)

Description

Breakthrough Behavioral Health: Make It Possible at NewYork-Presbyterian

Psychiatry at New York-Presbyterian defies convention. For patients dealing with psychiatric illness or substance addiction, it's a beacon of hope. For nurses with talent and tenacity, it's a premier destination. And for behavioral health clinicians across the world, it's a resource for ever-expanding clinical knowledge.

We are seeking a clinically proficient Registered Nurse (RN) for the Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit who adds value to a dynamic team of healthcare professionals. This position requires an individual who is adept at de-escalating high-risk situations, providing trauma-informed care, and working effectively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the safety and well-being of patients and staff. As an RN in this unit, you will play a critical role in delivering therapeutic interventions, administering medications, and providing constant monitoring of patients who exhibit significant behavioral disturbances. The RN will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based interventions, promote recovery, and manage psychiatric crises.

Registered Nurse - RN - Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit 6North - Full-Time - Days

At New York-Presbyterian, nursing is a life-changing career journey focused on amazing patient outcomes every step of the way. Each of our nurses dares to be truly excellent – thriving in a compassionate culture of care and caring. Together, we improve the health of patients and their families, making our communities – and the world – stronger.

You’ll work with the brightest minds in healthcare to make tomorrow better for countless human beings. It’s the kind of nursing that requires an unwavering commitment to excellence and a constant spirit of professionalism. And it’s your opportunity to enjoy flexible scheduling, shared clinical decision-making, inspirational leadership, supportive colleagues and much more. Now, you have the opportunity to join us.

This is a full-time day shift position (7:30AM- 8:00PM) located at New York-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, rotating weekends and alternating holidays required.

Preferred Criteria

• Certification in Psychiatric Nursing
• Minimum of 1-2 years of psychiatric nursing experience, preferably in a psychiatric or behavioral health setting.
• Experience working in an acute psychiatric or inpatient setting is preferred.
• Experience in crisis management, de-escalation techniques, and managing psychiatric emergencies.

Required Criteria

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
• Current New York State RN license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from American Heart Association

Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.

Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.

NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.

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NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary Range

$122,859-$161,605/Annual

It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.