Claxton Hepburn Medical Center & Medical Campus
CHMC - RN -MHU
Claxton Hepburn Medical Center & Medical Campus, Ogdensburg, New York, United States
Registered Nurse (RN) – Adult Mental Health – Per Diem – Various Shifts
Ogdensburg, NY
Posted 11/28/2025 – 12/03/2025
As a Registered Nurse in our Mental Health Department, you will provide comprehensive emotional and physical care to adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients within our inpatient setting. You will work as part of a strong interdisciplinary team, delivering specialized, compassionate patient care utilizing the nursing process (assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation) specifically tailored for a mental health environment. You will also play a key role in triaging mental health patients in collaboration with the PSA and Charge RN, facilitating their flow through the ED, and taking the lead in Code Orange situations, including de‑escalation and communicating with nursing supervisors regarding unit acuity levels. Your ability to effectively communicate with patients and other care team members will be essential in achieving optimal patient outcomes while upholding professional nursing standards. You will establish nursing priorities based on patient needs, continuously assess conditions, and revise care plans accordingly.
Valid New York State (NYS) Registered Nurse (RN) license
Preferred: 1 year of medical/surgical experience
Crisis Intervention Training within the hospital orientation period
Basic computer knowledge
Proficient communication skills and ability to work with a variety of personalities
Attention to detail and accuracy in monitoring and documenting information
Support for patient safety and security procedures and programs
Ability to promptly report changes in patient condition or behavior to appropriate licensed nursing personnel
Ability to perform various intervention tasks assigned by the charge nurse
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of all patient information
Commitment to maintaining quality assurance and compliance with all regulatory agencies
Physical ability to bend, lift, stand, and walk as required
Pay range: $52.27–$58.43 per hour (subject to change based on experience and qualifications)
Carthage Area Hospital and Claxton Hepburn Medical Center are Equal Opportunity Employers. Minority/Female/Disability/Veterans are encouraged to apply.
Benefits Competitive pay and opportunities for professional development within a supportive mental health environment.
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Posted 11/28/2025 – 12/03/2025
As a Registered Nurse in our Mental Health Department, you will provide comprehensive emotional and physical care to adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients within our inpatient setting. You will work as part of a strong interdisciplinary team, delivering specialized, compassionate patient care utilizing the nursing process (assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation) specifically tailored for a mental health environment. You will also play a key role in triaging mental health patients in collaboration with the PSA and Charge RN, facilitating their flow through the ED, and taking the lead in Code Orange situations, including de‑escalation and communicating with nursing supervisors regarding unit acuity levels. Your ability to effectively communicate with patients and other care team members will be essential in achieving optimal patient outcomes while upholding professional nursing standards. You will establish nursing priorities based on patient needs, continuously assess conditions, and revise care plans accordingly.
Valid New York State (NYS) Registered Nurse (RN) license
Preferred: 1 year of medical/surgical experience
Crisis Intervention Training within the hospital orientation period
Basic computer knowledge
Proficient communication skills and ability to work with a variety of personalities
Attention to detail and accuracy in monitoring and documenting information
Support for patient safety and security procedures and programs
Ability to promptly report changes in patient condition or behavior to appropriate licensed nursing personnel
Ability to perform various intervention tasks assigned by the charge nurse
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of all patient information
Commitment to maintaining quality assurance and compliance with all regulatory agencies
Physical ability to bend, lift, stand, and walk as required
Pay range: $52.27–$58.43 per hour (subject to change based on experience and qualifications)
Carthage Area Hospital and Claxton Hepburn Medical Center are Equal Opportunity Employers. Minority/Female/Disability/Veterans are encouraged to apply.
Benefits Competitive pay and opportunities for professional development within a supportive mental health environment.
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