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Registered Nurse (RN) Psych Adult DDD 12 Bed Unit Per Diem Night

RWJBarnabas Health, Elizabeth, NJ, United States


Job Details
Title:

Registered Nurse (RN) Psych Adult DDD 12 Bed Unit Per Diem Night

Location:

655 E. Jersey Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07206

Facility:

Trinitas Regional Medical Center

Department:

Adult DDD 12 Bed Unit

Pay Range:

$46.90 - $63.09 per hour

Shift:

Night

Status:

Per Diem

Job Overview
The psychiatric inpatient 22 bed Dual Diagnosis Mental Illness (DDMI) unit specializes in treatment of patients with autism and intellectual disabilities and varying medical complexities. Trinitas is proud to be the only hospital in New Jersey with a separate unit to serve this population. The psychiatric inpatient 27 bed closed unit is an involuntary unit; patients are committed to inpatient treatment and can have varying medical complexities. The psychiatric inpatient 21‑bed open unit is a voluntary unit; patients are able to sign themselves in for treatment and can have varying medical complexities. Our staff are cross‑trained to work all the units within our inpatient behavioral health department.

Scheduling Requirements

Per Diem

Night

Monday – Friday, every other weekend and holiday rotation as needed by department

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

Essential Functions
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 the philosophy, objectives and the mission and vision of the facility 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.

Benefits and Perks

Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time

Retirement Plans

Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Disability and Life Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Planning Support

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)

Community and Volunteer Opportunities

Discounts through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon

Equal Opportunity Employer

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