Psychiatric Registered Nurse (Psych RN)
Location: Boonton, NJ
Job Type: Travel Contract
Company: Staffing Management Group
Category: Healthcare: Allied Health
Job Description Apply Now
The role of Psychiatric Registered Nurse (Psych RN) is a vital component within multidisciplinary behavioral health teams. This position is designed for experienced nursing professionals who are passionate about providing exceptional psychiatric care in a collaborative environment. As a Psychiatric Registered Nurse (Psych RN), you will play a key role in delivering patient-centered care, working closely with physicians, social workers, and other mental health professionals to ensure positive outcomes for patients navigating complex behavioral health challenges. This full-time opportunity offers a rewarding environment that emphasizes teamwork, clinical expertise, and continuous professional development. Working as a Psychiatric Registered Nurse (Psych RN) provides a chance to make a positive impact on individuals and families while advancing your nursing career in a supportive and innovative setting.
As a Psychiatric Registered Nurse (Psych RN), your responsibilities will span a wide range of critical clinical and administrative functions. You will engage in comprehensive care planning, utilizing advanced nursing frameworks and leveraging technology such as EPIC for accurate electronic health records and Omnicell for efficient medication management. Your expertise will help guide patients through the continuum of care, from admission through to safe and effective discharge planning, in partnership with an interdisciplinary team. This collaborative approach ensures that each patient receives holistic, high-quality care tailored to their unique behavioral health needs.
Joining the team as a Psychiatric Registered Nurse (Psych RN) means you will be part of an organization that values evidence-based practice, ongoing training, and interprofessional collaboration. You will have access to professional resources including the American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA) for clinical standards and Epic Share for best-practice documentation guidance. Maintaining a current nursing license in good standing is essential, and you will be encouraged to stay engaged with current standards and practices through reputable organizations such as the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN).
This position is ideal for individuals with a minimum of two years of psychiatric or behavioral health nursing experience, who demonstrate strong communication and collaboration skills. The Psychiatric Registered Nurse (Psych RN) is an excellent opportunity for those seeking to further their expertise in a high-acuity setting, utilizing cutting-edge technology and evidence-based practices to positively impact patient outcomes. The role also provides a platform for ongoing learning and growth within the dynamic field of psychiatric nursing.
If you are ready to take the next step in your nursing career and contribute to a compassionate, patient-focused team, apply today for the Psychiatric Registered Nurse (Psych RN) position. Click the application button to start your journey toward making a meaningful difference every day.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse (Psych RN) - Summary- Join a multidisciplinary behavioral health team as a Psychiatric Registered Nurse (Psych RN).
- Leverage advanced technology such as EPIC and Omnicell to deliver high-quality patient care.
- Collaborate with physicians, social workers, and other healthcare professionals for comprehensive care coordination.
- Support patients through the continuum of psychiatric and behavioral health services.
- Participate actively in interdisciplinary team meetings to develop and adjust individualized patient care plans.
- Coordinate with social workers to facilitate safe discharge planning and connect patients to community resources.
- Administer and manage medications safely using Omnicell systems.
- Complete thorough and accurate clinical documentation in EPIC electronic health records (EHR).
- Deliver compassionate psychiatric nursing care in a high-acuity behavioral health environment.
- Promote best practices in patient safety, confidentiality, and ethical care.
- Engage in ongoing learning and adhere to relevant clinical standards and protocols.
- Competitive salary structure consistent with psychiatric nursing roles, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision coverage.
- Access to continuing education and professional development resources.
- Supportive work environment with opportunities for career advancement.
- Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
- Minimum of two years' experience in psychiatric or behavioral health nursing.
- Proficiency with EPIC electronic health records (EHR) and Omnicell medication management systems.
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
- IV certification is not required for this position.
- Commitment to maintaining professional standards and ongoing education.
- Experienced in high-acuity behavioral health or psychiatric nursing settings.
- Demonstrates strong collaborative and interpersonal skills.
- Comfortable utilizing advanced clinical technologies.
- Values evidence-based practice and interdisciplinary teamwork.
- Proactive in supporting safe discharge planning and community resource coordination.
- Access to APNA for psychiatric nursing clinical standards and resources.
- EPIC Share available for ongoing training and documentation support.
- Maintain active licensure through the NCSBN.
- Compliant with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) standards and inclusive hiring practices.
- Apply now by clicking the job application button to join an innovative and compassionate behavioral health team.