Registered Nurse RN - Adult Behavioral Health
About the Role
In the Adult Behavioral Unit at Mount Sinai Rehabilitation Hospital, the Registered Nurse (RN) provides high-quality inpatient care to adults experiencing acute and chronic mental health and substance use disorders. You will be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team dedicated to supporting patient recovery and well-being.
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive assessments of patients’ physical and mental health status, including psychiatric stability and withdrawal symptoms
- Administer medications safely, monitor for effectiveness and side effects, and educate patients on treatment plans
- Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans in collaboration with physicians, psychiatrists, therapists, and social workers
- Monitor patient progress and document clinical findings accurately and timely
- Provide emotional support, crisis intervention, and de-escalation when needed
- Participate in treatment team meetings and discharge planning
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited nursing school
- Valid RN license in Connecticut
- BLS/CPR certification (American Heart Association or American Red Cross)
Qualifications
Preferred:
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing
- One or more years of experience in Mental Health, Substance use treatment, or Behavioral Health acute inpatient setting
Schedule
- Part-time, 24 hours per week (night shift)
- Every other weekend and holiday
About the Facility
Mount Sinai Rehabilitation Hospital’s Behavioral Health Services include a full range of mental health and substance abuse treatment programs for all ages. Common to all of our programs is a dedicated, multidisciplinary team approach to developing an individualized plan of care for each patient. The focus of our treatment is to draw out people's strengths and competencies to assist them with coping more effectively in times of significant challenge or difficulty in their lives.