Registered Nurse (RN), Behavioral Health Unit

at  RWJBarnabas Health

Req #: 0000170257
Category: No Category Assigned
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Night
Facility: Trinitas Regional Medical Center
Department: Mental Health Unit-Closed Unit

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Active New Jersey RN License or approved RN license required
• ASN or BSN required
• AHA BLS prior to start date required
• Minimum one (1) year experience in Behavioral Health Nursing required
• Previous experience in Med Surg, Telemetry, and/or ER Nursing a plus
• Psychiatric-Mental Health certifications and/or national nursing certifications preferred

The Registered Nurse (RN) organizes and administers individualized age-specific professional care to patients within an assigned unit of the hospital in support of medical care. Supports philosophy, objectives and the mission and vision of Saint Barnabas Medical Center and the Department of Nursing. Practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, American Nurses Association Standards of Practice, Code of Ethics for Nurses, Department of Health Regulations, TJC requirements and other regulatory agencies. Participates in patient teaching and discharge planning. Participates in unit Performance Improvement evaluation activities.