Registered Nurse - RN - Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit 6North - Part-Time - Nights

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

Job summary

NewYork-Presbyterian is seeking an RN for its Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit in Brooklyn. This part-time night position emphasizes de-escalation, trauma-informed care, and collaborative teamwork to care for patients with psychiatric illnesses or substance use concerns.

You will deliver therapeutic interventions, monitor behaviors, administer medications, and work with a multidisciplinary team to promote recovery and manage crises.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing required.
• Current New York State RN license and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Certification in Psychiatric Nursing preferred; 1–2 years psychiatric nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver therapeutic interventions and administer medications.
• Provide constant monitoring of patients with behavioral disturbances.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based interventions.
• Promote recovery and manage psychiatric crises.
• De-escalate high-risk situations effectively.

Skills

De-escalation

Trauma-informed care

Collaborative team dynamics

Therapeutic interventions

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

About This Role

The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit at NewYork-Presbyterian provides critical care for patients with psychiatric illnesses or substance addictions. This part-time night position is ideal for nurses skilled in de-escalation, trauma-informed care, and collaborative team dynamics.

Highlights

• Pay: $122,859 - $161,605/year
• Location: Brooklyn, NY
• Facility: NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital
• Schedule: Part-Time, Night shift (7:30 PM - 8:00 AM)

What You'll Do

• Deliver therapeutic interventions and administer medications.
• Provide constant monitoring of patients exhibiting significant behavioral disturbances.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based interventions.
• Promote recovery and manage psychiatric crises.
• De-escalate high-risk situations effectively.

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing required

Experience:

• Minimum of 1-2 years of psychiatric nursing experience preferred

Licenses & Certifications:

• Current New York State RN license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from American Heart Association required
• Certification in Psychiatric Nursing preferred

About NewYork-Presbyterian

NewYork-Presbyterian is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. They foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion, ensuring high employee engagement and comprehensive benefits for their staff.