Psychiatric Registered Nurse; RN - Behavioral Health

Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health

Shirley, NY, United States

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Sun River Health provides the highest quality of comprehensive primary, preventative and behavioral health services to all who seek it, regardless of insurance status and ability to pay, especially for the underserved and vulnerable. Sun River Health is a Federally Qualified, Non-Profit Health Center serving communities in Suffolk, Rockland, Orange, Dutchess, Ulster, Sullivan, Columbia and Westchester County. Sun River Health is currently seeking a full-time Psychiatric Registered Nurse to join its busy team at our Shirley site.

Position Summary

A Registered Nurse renders professional nursing care to patients, within an assigned unit or authorized community health center site, in support of medical care as directed by the medical staff and pursuant to the objectives and policies of the Sun River Community Health. In addition, this position will perform duties assigned on as needed basis.

Essential Duties and Job Responsibilities

• Develops, implements and evaluates the nursing care regimens for patients to address substance use and behavioral health needs
• Plans, coordinates and assesses patient care
• Identifies patients’ needs and provides direct nursing care based on the patient’s care plan
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to develop, implement and evaluate patient care through team huddles
• Documents patient’s care with accurate and accessible records
• Maintains confidential case records, medical charts and files pertaining to the resident/patient.
• Participates in the Primary Care Quality Assurance program including assisting with Quality Assurance audits as assigned;
  Identifies quality issues and opportunities for improving quality of care
• Distributes medication to patients and keeps accurate records for narcotics and controlled drugs in accordance with law and agency policies and procedure

Essential Job Qualifications

• Minimum Licensure Requirement:
  
  NYS Registered Nurse Licensure and CPR/Infection Control Certification
• Minimum Work-Related
  
  Experience:
  • 2 years of experience in a Behavioral Health/Psychiatric outpatient/ hospital setting supporting mobile patients with Severe Psychiatric Disorders (SMI)
  • Familiarity/Experience with medications related to various Psychiatric/Behavioral Health Disorders
  • Experience administering injections and collaborating on treatment planning
  • Experience with culturally diverse community population

Job type:

Full-Time
Pay Range: $45.00 - $52.10 per hour

Sun River Health has a rich history of providing quality, affordable health care to communities in need. Founded in the early 1970s by four African American women in Peekskill, New York, the organization was established to address the lack of accessible health services in their community. With the help of a small federal grant, the first Sun River Health site opened its doors in 1975.

Over the years, Sun River Health has grown into a comprehensive Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) system with over 45 locations, serving more than 250,000 patients across the Hudson Valley, New York City and Long Island. Our exceptional primary care practitioners, specialists and support staff are dedicated to delivering high-quality care to all individuals, regardless of their ability to pay.

In December 2018, Sun River Health expanded its reach by merging with Brightpoint Health, an FQHC network offering integrated medical, behavioral and social support services in New York City. This merger allowed us to enhance our services and continue our mission under the unified name of Sun River Health.

Our Culture

At Sun River Health, we believe in fostering a culture of wellness, inclusivity and recognition. Our Workforce Wellness Program promotes staff wellness through ongoing challenges and activities, encouraging participation and rewarding engagement. We celebrate our staff's dedication and person-centered spirit through the Planetree Recognition Awards, which honor innovation, leadership and community spirit. We are committed to creating a…