Psychiatric Nurse

Registered Nurse (RN) – Psychiatric Stabilization Center

• Morris County, NJ

Be part of something groundbreaking within Behavioral Health.

We are seeking passionate, mission-driven Registered Nurses (RNs) to join a brand-new Psychiatric Stabilization Center designed to transform how individuals experiencing psychiatric crises receive care and support within the community. This is an opportunity to step into a highly impactful role within a newly launched program that is redefining behavioral health services and helping change the future of crisis response.

This is not a traditional inpatient psych environment. This program was built to provide immediate stabilization, compassionate intervention, and meaningful support for individuals experiencing acute psychiatric and behavioral health needs — all while helping reduce unnecessary hospitalizations and improving community outcomes.

If you are looking for an opportunity where your voice matters, your experience is valued, and your work directly contributes to building something from the ground up, this role offers the chance to make a lasting impact from day one.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

• Brand-new program with enormous growth potential
• Opportunity to help shape workflows, culture, and patient care processes
• Game-changing initiative within Behavioral Health
• Collaborative interdisciplinary team environment
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Only 3.5 days worked per week
• Fast-paced, meaningful, mission-driven work
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced Behavioral Health leadership and providers
• Career advancement opportunities as the program continues to expand

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct nursing care and behavioral health support to individuals experiencing psychiatric crises
• Perform nursing assessments, triage, and ongoing patient monitoring
• Administer medications and monitor patient response to treatment
• Assist with crisis intervention and de-escalation efforts
• Collaborate closely with Psychiatrists, Nurse Practitioners, Therapists, Social Workers, and interdisciplinary staff
• Support care coordination, discharge planning, and referrals to appropriate community resources
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Ensure a safe, therapeutic, and trauma-informed environment for patients and staff
• Participate in development and implementation of program workflows and best practices

Qualifications:

• Active New Jersey Registered Nurse (RN) license required
• Behavioral Health, Psychiatric, Crisis, Emergency Room, Detox/Substance Use, or Inpatient experience
• Passion for community mental health and serving vulnerable populations
• Strong assessment, communication, and crisis management skills
• Ability to thrive within a fast-paced, evolving environment

This is an exceptional opportunity for an RN seeking meaningful work beyond the traditional hospital setting while helping build one of the most innovative behavioral health initiatives in New Jersey.