Nurse - Domiciliary Mental Health
This role involves providing domiciliary mental health nursing care to veterans, requiring proficiency in nursing practice, leadership, and evidence-based approaches. The nurse will deliver holistic, patient-driven care, manage complex client situations, and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to improve veteran health outcomes. The position demands physical stamina and adherence to professional nursing standards and licensure requirements.
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What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is seeking a skilled Registered Nurse to provide domiciliary mental health care in Bath, NY. You will deliver direct patient care in a residential/domiciliary setting, support treatment planning, coordinate with interdisciplinary teams, and contribute to quality improvement and veteran/patient‑centered outcomes.
- Provide assessment, medication administration, nursing interventions, and documentation per policy
- Monitor and report changes in patient condition; escalate concerns to providers
- Support care planning and discharge/transition activities
- Collaborate with behavioral health clinicians, social workers, and support staff
- Participate in unit-level education, safety initiatives, and evidence‑based practice efforts
- Maintain professional licensure, complete required trainings, and follow facility procedures
Qualifications (Required)
- Current, full, active, and unrestricted RN registration in a U.S. state, territory, or D.C.
- Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing (ADN, Diploma, or BSN). Accreditation examples: ACEN or CCNE.
- English language proficiency sufficient for safe patient care and documentation.
- Ability to perform typical nurse physical duties: walking, standing, moderate lifting, bending, kneeling.
- For entry-level candidates without RN licensure, temporary appointment options (e.g., Graduate Nurse Technician / GNT) may apply while pursuing licensure under local/state rules.
Preferred / Grade-Level Guidance
- ADN/Diploma + progressive experience or BSN for higher-level assignments.
- Years of experience map to grade/level expectations (Nurse I Level I–III, Nurse II, Nurse III) — see qualification standard links in official guidance for specifics.
- Master’s or Doctoral degrees with clinical experience may qualify for advanced levels.
Compensation & Employment Type
- Salary range (provided by client): $74,106 - $129,988 per year
- Employment type: Full time, Contractor (per source)
- Location: Bath, NY (on-site / facility-based domiciliary care)
Skills & Competencies
- Strong clinical assessment and psychiatric/behavioral health nursing skills
- Medication administration and documentation proficiency
- Ability to work in interdisciplinary teams and follow treatment plans
- Good communication, organization, and patient-centered care orientation
- Commitment to confidentiality, safety, and regulatory compliance
Why Join This Role
- Meaningful work delivering mental health care in a domiciliary/residential setting
- Competitive salary range with opportunities for grade-level advancement based on education and experience
- Collaborative team environment focused on quality and evidence-based care
- Support for professional development and licensure pathways where applicable
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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