CHMC - Behavioral Health RN at Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center – Ogdensburg, New York

Internal Posting Dates: March 4, 2026-March 9, 2026

CHMC –ED Mental Health RN – Full Time-Day Shift- 7a-7p– Requisition 9265

Pay Range: $39.61-$52.11*+

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The behavioral health mental health nurse in the emergency room delivers holistics and comprehensive care to the patient experiencing a mental health crisis.The nurse will provide compassionate and empathetic care for all ages through the nursing process. The RN will provide effective communication with the emergency department primary RN, charge RN, physician, and other dedicated team members in the ER by utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation in an emergency care setting. The RN will be responsible for navigating the patient through the emergency room process of medical clearance, evaluation, and presentation. The RN will work closely with the Charge RN, Psychosocial assessor, and ED provider to provide appropriate care to the patient. The RN will provide appropriate oversight of the patient's transition through the department until the time of discharge or admission to behavioral health.

License & Certification

• BLS

• CCI training

TRAINING and EXPERIENCE:

Required: Minimum of one (1) year clinical experience Acknowledging changes in a patient’s condition or behavior, and promptly reporting these changes to appropriate licensed nursing personnel Maintaining confidentiality of all patient information Maintaining quality assurance and compliance with all regulatory agencies Ability to implement and support procedures and programs pertaining to patient safety and security Exhibit proficient communication skills and ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a variety of personalities Ability to sustain attention to detail and accuracy as it pertains to the monitoring and documentation of information Performing various intervention tasks assigned by the charge nurse Maintaining a safe and clean environment for patients Basic computer knowledge

Position specific responsibilities should reflect close to day shift MHU RN.

*The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts. Carthage Area Hospital and Claxton Hepburn Medical Center are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. Minority/Female/Disability/Veterans are encouraged to apply.

+This rate does not include the shift differential of $5 for hours worked between 3p-11p (must work 4 hours to qualify).