Silver Lake Hospital·Newark, New Jersey
The Registered Nurse serves as the primary care coordinator for an interdisciplinary team, implementing collaborative care plans for adults with acute mental health and substance use issues. Responsibilities include providing medical management, patient assessment, and direct care for adult populations.
Silver Lake Hospital of Newark, NJ is seeking to hire experienced full time, part time, and per diem Registered Nurses with behavioral health experience to provide inpatient treatment for adults who experience acute mental health symptoms and substance use. Flexible shifts and flexible schedules are available.
ABOUT SILVER LAKE HOSPITAL Silver Lake Hospital's state of the art acute inpatient dual diagnosis program provides inpatient treatment for adults who experience acute mental health symptoms and substance use. We are looking for compassionate, warm, caring and highly professional health care individuals who have a passion for helping others.
The Registered Nurse (RN) is the primary care coordinator for the interdisciplinary team and is accountable for the implementation of a collaborative care plan as prescribed by the physician(s) and treatment team. Provides medical management and assessment of patients. This position does involve direct patient care for a population of patients between the ages of 18 and older and does require age specific experience, specialized training and/or expertise to serve this population.
This position requires a minimum of an Associate's degree with major in Nursing, BSN preferred. Must possess a current NJ State Registered Nurse license. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required upon hire from the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association. Advanced Cardio Life Support (ACLS) from American Red Cross or American Heart Association within two months of hire. One (1) year of acute care psychiatric experience required. Knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with an understanding of mental illness preferred. Psychiatric Mental Health Certification is preferred. Positive interpersonal relationships that embody our patient/family centered philosophy. Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with others. Skills required: Critical thinking, analytical, interpersonal, organizational. Ability to prioritize. Ability to relate well to patients, families, co-workers, and physicians. Basic knowledge in Microsoft Office and EMR systems.
Full time employees are offered generous benefits including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) plan, supplemental insurance, free life-long term disability insurance. Additional benefits include free parking in a safe and secure garage, paid time off (PTO), and a comprehensive wellness program.
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Candidates must have at least an Associate's degree in Nursing, a current NJ State RN license, and BLS certification. One year of acute care psychiatric experience is required, with BSN and Psychiatric Mental Health Certification preferred.
Market context
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