Registered Nurse 1 Psychiatric
@ New York State Office of Mental Health

Auburn, NY
$105,138
On Site
Full Time
Posted 1 day ago

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Overview

The New York State Office of Mental Health is seeking a Registered Nurse 1 Psychiatric for the Auburn Satellite Unit at the Central New York Psychiatric Center. This role is part of a multidisciplinary team providing patient-centered and recovery-focused mental health services.

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and provide nursing care
  • Conduct nursing assessments
  • Prepare, implement, and modify nursing care plans
  • Provide health teaching, counseling, and education
  • Implement infection control protocols
  • Observe and record patient symptoms; report medication responses and changes in health

Qualifications

Candidates must have a New York State RN license and current registration. For internal candidates, one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service in an eligible title is required.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive hiring rates including geographic pay differential
  • Additional compensation based on shift assignments (evening and night shift differentials apply)
  • Comprehensive benefits package: NYS medical, dental, vision, tuition assistance, paid time off, and NYS Retirement programs

Additional Information

This position is located at the Auburn Satellite Unit on the grounds of Auburn Correctional Facility in Cayuga County. Background checks are required. Maintaining licensure and enrollment as a Medicare provider are conditions of employment.

Key skills/competency

  • Nursing Care
  • Mental Health
  • Patient Assessment
  • Care Planning
  • Health Education
  • Infection Control
  • Reporting
  • Teamwork
  • Compassion
  • Regulatory Compliance
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  • Research OMH's culture: Study mission, values, and benefits details.
  • Customize resume: Highlight RN licensure and care experience.
  • Prepare for interviews: Review nursing assessments and patient care scenarios.
  • Emphasize certifications: Confirm your current registration clearly.

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Technical Preparation

Review nursing assessment protocols.
Familiarize with infection control measures.
Study patient monitoring techniques.
Practice care plan documentation.

Behavioral Questions

Describe teamwork in patient care.
Explain handling stressful medical scenarios.
Share experiences with patient education.
Discuss adapting to regulatory changes.

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