Registered Nurse (RN), Mental Health Voluntary UnitReq #:0000165777

Category:Behavioral Health Nursing

Status:Part-Time

Shift:Night

Facility:Trinitas Regional Medical Center

Department:Mental Health Unit-Open Unit

Location:

NEW POINT CAMPUS, 655 E. Jersey Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07206

Job Summary:

Mental Health workers provide care to individuals with mental or emotional conditions or disabilities under the direction of nurses and physicians. They closely monitor patients' physical and emotional well-being and report to medical staff.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Minimum 2 years experience as an RN in an acute care behavioral health setting

• Previous experience in psychology or sociology desirable

• Graduate from an accredited school or university

• Strong communication and organizational skills

• Proficient computer skills

Preferred:

• Previous experience in working with psychiatric and/or substance-abuse patients

• Psychiatric-Mental Health (https://www.nursingworld.org/our-certifications/psychiatric-mental-health-nursing-certification/) certifications and/or national nursing certifications

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Active Registered Nurse License in the state of New Jersey

• BLS from the American Heart Association upon hire

Scheduling Requirements:

• Part-Time

• Night Shift

• 24 standard weekly hours

Essential Functions:

Monitoring vital signs such as heart rate and blood pressure

Perform EKGs

Draw labs and collect specimens from patients

Assist patients in their daily activities such as: eating, dressing, and bathing

Provide therapeutic groups and recreational activities to patients

Assist in non-violent crisis intervention

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer