Job Title: Registered Nurse (Unit RN)
Location: Brentwood, New York
Type: Full-Time / Contract (Up to 2 Years)
Position Summary
Penda Aiken Inc. is a staffing firm located in Brooklyn, New York. Our client is a New York State Agency seeking dedicated Unit Registered Nurses (RNs) to provide professional nursing services to individuals diagnosed with mental illness.
This role requires high reliability, adaptability to varying schedules, and a strong commitment to maintaining a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment for all patients.
Primary Responsibilities
Direct Patient Care: Provide professional nursing interventions, address patient needs and concerns, and complete patient admissions, discharges, and transfers.
Medication Administration & Control: Administer medications as prescribed and maintain strict inventory standards for medicines, controlled drugs, and narcotics.
Health Teaching & Counseling: Deliver health education and counseling to patients to support their treatment goals.
Documentation & Administration: Complete accurate and timely nursing documentation in accordance with agency standards.
Team Collaboration & Education: Participate actively as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team, engage in staff education, and maintain strict infection control standards.
Minimum Qualifications
Licensure: Must possess a valid Registered Nurse (RN) license and current registration to practice nursing in New York State.
Schedule & Assignment Details
Hours & Shifts: Schedules will vary as this position covers for other staff. Standard shifts include:
6:50 AM 3:50 PM
3:50 PM 11:50 PM
11:50 PM 7:50 AM
12-hour shifts may also be available at times.
Assignment Duration: Expected to last up to 2 years.
Compliance & Onboarding Requirements
Background Checks: A criminal background check will be conducted by the vendor. SEL and SCR checks will be performed prior to placement.
Health & Vaccination Requirements:
TB testing.
Titers showing immunity to Measles and Rubella, or proof of two (2) MMR vaccines.
Varicella titers and Hepatitis B titer/vaccine records (strongly recommended).
Annual flu vaccine during flu season (or masking required).
Completed pre-placement Health Screening form.
Training: Mandatory facility, department, and site-specific training will be provided upon hire.