Rome Health·City of Rome, New York
The nurse is responsible for assessing, directing, and coordinating care for patients aged 45 and up in a 12-bed behavioral health unit. They provide emotional support and therapeutic communication while collaborating with a treatment team to foster a healing environment.
Low patient ratios! The Behavioral Health Unit Registered Nurse is responsible for assessing, directing, and coordinating patient care and procedures within a small 12-bed unit in a manner that is efficient, empathetic, timely, and tailored to the age of patients served (ages 45 and up). The Behavioral Health Nurse will provide emotional support and therapeutic communication to patients and families and will contribute to the treatment team fostering a supportive and healing environment for the patients being served. To learn more about the Rome Behavioral Health Unit click the link below: https://www.romehealth.org/behavioral-health-near-rome-ny
About Rome Health Rome Health is a non-profit health care system based in Rome, N.Y., providing services to patients throughout Central New York.
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Rome Health is an affiliate of St.
Joseph's Health and an affiliated clinical site of New York Medical College.
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Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with a current New York State Registered Nurse License and Basic Life Support certification. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred.
Market context
Behavioral health roles in New York are often in steady demand, especially for clinicians who can support diverse age groups and handle assessments or admissions. These positions can be competitive because employers commonly look for independent licensure, while also considering associate-level candidates with clear growth toward full licensure. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure status and assessment experience before applying.