Indicates whether if this vacancy posting is part of the NY HELPS Program.NY HELPYes
The agency in which the vacancy exists.AgencyMental Health, Office of
The job title for the vacancy.TitleRegistered Nurse 1 Psychiatric (NY HELPS), Greater Binghamton Health Center, P26645
The job title for the vacancy.Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services
The salary grade for this vacancy. Salaries are determined by salary grade and bargaining unit.Salary Grade18
The collective bargaining unit to which this vacancy is assigned.Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
The minimum and maximum of the salary range for this vacancy.Salary RangeFrom $96147 to $105138 Annually
Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided.Employment TypeFull-Time
This indicates the type of job, typically permanent, temporary, or provisional. 'Provisional' means that the appointment will be temporary until the incumbent takes and passes an appropriate civil service examination.Appointment TypePermanent
Jurisdictional class is the indicator for how this job can be filled. The classified service is governed by the Civil Service Commission, and consists of competitive, non-competitive, exempt, and labor classes. 'Competitive class' indicates that the applicant must take and pass an appropriate civil service examination. 'Non-competitive class' indicates that the applicant's qualifications will be evaluated without a civil service examination. 'Exempt class' indicates that the applicant will be evaluated by methods other than competitive or non-competitive, and that incumbents will not be granted tenure. 'Labor class' requires that applicants possess skills or other physical characteristics that cannot effectively be evaluated by other means. The unclassified service is legislatively defined, and includes such positions as elected officials, department and agency heads, and all academic personnel in public schools, colleges, and universities.Jurisdictional ClassNon-competitive Class
Estimates the percentage of time incumbents of this vacancy will be required to travel.Travel Percentage0%
The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform.Duties DescriptionGreater Binghamton Health Center had immediate job opportunities for Register Nurses (RN), previous psychiatric experience is not required. Candidates from outside or within State Service can apply.
Nurses at Greater Binghamton Health Center are vital members of a multi-disciplinary treatment team focused on providing compassionate care through patient-centered and recovery-focused mental health services to individuals with serious mental illness including:
• Coordinating and providing nursing care
• Conducting nursing assessments
• Preparing, implementing, and modifying nursing care plans
• Providing health teaching, counseling, and education to individuals and families
• Implementing infection control protocols and procedures
• Observing and recording individuals' symptoms and care; reporting responses to medications or changes in health
The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy.Minimum QualificationsCandidates from outside or within State Service can be considered for hire under the Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement – Statewide (NY HELPS) program as a Registered Nurse 1 Psychiatric if they have a license and current registration as a registered professional nurse in New York State.
OR
Candidates within State Service can be considered for transfer to a competitive class position if they have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service in a title eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
Additional comments regarding the vacancy.Additional CommentsIf you would like to join the Nursing Team and contribute to a workforce dedicated to public service, we offer a generous benefits package including:
• Shift Differential for evening & night shifts. 7% shift differential for evening shift. 10% shift differential for night shift.
• Nurse Residency Program
• Alternate Work Schedules
All OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including:
• NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Access to tuition assistance programs
• Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth
• Paid time off – 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave
• NYS Retirement programs
Background checks will be required.
Additional Comments:
Posted hiring rate includes the sum of the statutory hiring rate for PS&T Grade 18 ($66,951), an Increase Hiring Rate ($9,196), Geographic Pay Differential ($20,000) and the posted job rate is the sum of the statutory job rate ($85,138) and Geographic Pay Differential ($20,000).
Notes:
1. If you fail to maintain your license and/or registration once you are appointed, action will be taken to remove you from the position.
2. In order to be eligible for appointment and to maintain employment, you cannot be listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of the Federal and/or State Medicaid and Medicare exclusion lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program). If you are appointed and subsequently listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of these lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program), you may be terminated from your employment.
3. If appointed you may be required to become an enrolled Medicare provider; obtain and provide to your employer a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number issued by the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES); and otherwise actively participate to the degree necessary to allow for your services to be billed through Medicare and Medicaid. If you are appointed and you lose the ability to bill through Medicare and Medicaid, you may be terminated from your employment.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Freqently Asked Questions
While a New York State RN license is mandatory, certifications like Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing (PMHN-BC) can bolster your profile. In Binghamton, employers often value such credentials for advanced care roles, increasing your competitiveness for Registered Nurse 1 Psychiatric positions.
Registered Nurse 1 Psychiatric roles in Binghamton emphasize mental health assessments, care plan development, and patient-centered recovery strategies. Unlike general nursing, these positions require close collaboration with behavioral health teams and constant monitoring of psychiatric symptoms.
Starting as a Registered Nurse 1 Psychiatric can lead to roles like Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Nurse Manager. New York State’s mental health sector encourages continuous education, offering pathways to specialize further or assume leadership within multidisciplinary teams.
Given the growing awareness of mental health, psychiatric nursing roles at New York State Job Services in Binghamton see steady applicant interest. However, the non-competitive civil service classification streamlines hiring for qualified candidates, moderately easing competition.
New York State Job Services provides extensive benefits including shift differentials, tuition assistance, and a robust nurse residency program. These public sector perks often surpass private healthcare packages, fostering long-term professional development and work-life balance.
Salaries range from approximately $96,147 to $105,138 annually, reflecting grade 18 pay scales. This includes geographic differentials for Binghamton and shift premiums, positioning compensation competitively within the psychiatric nursing job market.
Most Registered Nurse 1 Psychiatric roles at New York State Job Services require minimal travel, with duties centralized at the Greater Binghamton Health Center. This facilitates stable commuting options for local nurses without extensive travel demands.
Binghamton's mental health system maintains a steady need for psychiatric registered nurses, driven by increased emphasis on behavioral health services. Opportunities are solid, especially within government-run facilities like New York State Job Services.
Strong assessment capabilities, patient-centered communication, and familiarity with infection control protocols enhance effectiveness. Experience with multidisciplinary teams and adaptability to mental health care models are particularly valued in these psychiatric nursing positions.
These nursing roles function as key collaborators, coordinating care plans and monitoring patient progress alongside psychiatrists, social workers, and therapists. This integration ensures comprehensive, recovery-focused mental health services within the Binghamton community.
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