Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Ithaca, New York
Cayuga Medical Center at Ithaca

Registered Nurse - Psychiatric (Night Shift)

Location: Ithaca, New York
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (~13 weeks)
Shift: 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM

Job Summary

• Provide nursing care to psychiatric patients with needs ranging from uncomplicated to highly complex.
• Use a person-centered care approach to develop and prioritize care plans involving patients and families.
• Recognize normal and abnormal physical, emotional, developmental, and behavioral statuses.
• Demonstrate critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills to address patient needs and document care accurately.
• Serve as a resource and leader within the nursing team, supporting peers and promoting evidence-based practice.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent use of hands and fingers (e.g., computer keyboard).
• Ability to lift and carry light loads up to 40 lbs (equipment, IV solutions, boxes).
• Ability to stoop, kneel, sit, walk, or stand for extended periods.
• Must be able to operate job-related equipment physically.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in New York State.
• Minimum of one year of psychiatric nursing experience, with psychiatric experience within the last year.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association, valid throughout the assignment.
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification, valid throughout the assignment.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).