Registered Nurse (Nights) - Inpatient Forensic Mental Health

A health services network in New York City is seeking a licensed Registered Nurse (RN) to join their growing team at one of their inpatient forensic mental health facilities.About the Opportunity:Shift: NightsSchedule: 3 shifts per week, including weekends (12-hour shifts)Hours: 7pm to 7:30amSetting: Inpatient Forensic Psychiatry Responsibilities:Complete an accurate assessment of the individual patient's need for treatmentCommunicate assessment findings to nursing staff and other healthcare professionals via the medical record, the nursing care plan, and the treatment planAssess the need for patient and family instruction/teaching regarding the patient's medical/psychiatric diagnosis and identified medication/treatment regimenFormulate an individual written care of plan for each patient based upon comprehensive assessment findings, utilizing patient and family inputUpdate the plan of care based on ongoing assessmentDevelop a patient education and discharge plan based upon assessment of patient/family needs and learning capabilitiesEstablish priorities in patient care to utilize time in an efficient manner Qualifications:1 year of Clinical experienceActive NYS Registered Nurse (RN) licenseAHA BLS certificationSolid understanding of Forensic Mental Health populationsStrong communication skills Desired Qualifications:2 years of experience in a Behavioral Health settingBachelor's Degree in NursingPMCS certification