Registered Nurse (RN) – Psychiatric Emergency Room

Job Overview

This is a rotational position in a Psychiatric Emergency Room setting, covering day, evening, and night shifts, as well as holidays and on-call duties as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct intake assessments through interviews with patients and their relatives to gather comprehensive case histories.
• Plan and provide nursing care tailored to individual patient needs.
• Make nursing diagnoses regarding the medical and emotional status of patients and recommend appropriate treatment options.
• Consult with psychiatrists and other behavioral health staff to design suitable treatment plans for clients.
• Administer psychotropic medications and monitor patient reactions, documenting all findings accurately.
• Facilitate further medical attention for patients when necessary.
• Assist clients in understanding their emotional disturbances and the importance of treatment.
• Ensure a safe and secure environment for both staff and patients.
• Measure vital signs and manage pain effectively through appropriate treatments.
• Document all patient information meticulously on medical charts, adhering to physician’s written orders.
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
• Keep accurate records of patient treatments, immunizations, and laboratory results according to standard medical recordkeeping practices.
• Perform administrative tasks such as filing, answering phones, typing, and completing electronic progress notes.
• Provide high-quality customer service to patients and the public by addressing requests directly or referring appropriately.

Requirements

• Current New York State nursing license.
• BLS Certification from AHA.
• A minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in a relevant setting.