Inpatient Psychiatric RN
Elmira, New York
Saint Joseph's Hospital

Job Opportunity: RN Inpatient Psych - Behavioral Health

Location: Elmira, New York
Specialty: Registered Nurse - Psychiatric (RN Psych)
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Schedule: Five 8-hour shifts, typically 1500-2330
• Holidays and every other weekend required
• Weekend off requests require coverage or prior approval
• Possible floating to similar units (e.g., Inpatient Addiction Rehab Unit)
• Training provided for charge nurse responsibilities
• Uniform: Navy blue scrubs

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Nurse in Psychiatric care
• Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated; assume standard RN Psych experience expected
• Prior travel experience: Not required

Required Credentials & Certifications

• State RN License: Verification required within 30 days prior to start
• BLS Certification: American Heart Association (AHA) only
• Naloxone Train the Trainer Course: Completion certificate required
• Arnot Skills Checklist: Must be fully completed and updated annually for the assigned unit
• Core Competency Exam: Must score 80% or higher on Core Comp I, II, and III for RNs
• Driver’s License or State ID: Valid, unexpired US ID required
• Professional References: Two required (one supervisor from last 12 months, one supervisor or peer from last 3 years)
• Resume: Must include all employment and gaps for last 7 years, education history with degree and graduation date, all dates in MM/YY format
• Employment Verification: Verification of most recent employer required
• Job Description: Signed and dated copy required
• Background Check: Must be run within 30 days of start, including SSN address trace, county and national criminal checks, FACIS 3 check
• Drug Screen: 9+ panel drug screen within 30 days of start

Health & Immunization Requirements

• COVID-19 Vaccine: Optional; proof or declination accepted
• MMR: Positive IgG titer or 2 vaccine series required; must show results for each component
• Varicella: Positive IgG titer or 2 vaccine series required; documentation required
• Hepatitis B: Positive antibody titer, 3 vaccine series, or specific declination form required
• Influenza Vaccine: Required or specific declination form; mask required if declined
• TB Test: Annual requirement; acceptable tests include 2 PPDs (one within 12 months, one within 3 months) or 1 Quant/Spot within 12 months; follow-up may be required for past positives
• Fit Test: Annual requirement within last 12 months; specific approved mask models; on-site fit testing available if needed
• Tdap: Preferred but not required; if no record, declination form required
• Physical/Health Statement: Must be within last 12 months; include physician credentials, vitals, Snellen eye chart, and statement of no restrictions

Additional Requirements

• Color Headshot: Recent, clear photo with solid background, no filters or sunglasses
• Various Arnot Health Forms: Including Code of Conduct, Personal Information, Sexual Harassment Acknowledgement, Parking Registration, Confirmation of Assignment, Self Study Packet and Quiz, and others as specified in the document library
• 7 Instant Background Checks: Must be manually run and uploaded together (specific checks required by state and federal agencies)
• TB Questionnaire Form: Annual requirement
• Agency Drug Tobacco Acknowledgement: Required

Notes

• Completion of last 28 years of addresses required for certain forms with no gaps
• All documentation must be accurate and complete to avoid delays or re-submission
• Annual updates required for certain credentials and health requirements

This position is suitable for experienced psychiatric RNs interested in a long-term assignment with a structured schedule and comprehensive credentialing requirements.