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), Central New York Psychiatric Center, Sing Sing Satellite Unit, P27226
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 $115147 to $124138 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%
This provides information on the expected workweek.WorkweekOther (see below)
If 'other' is selected as the workweek type, this field explains what that schedule is."Other" ExplanationEvening shift, plus scheduled weekend hours. With rotating weekends.
The number of hours in the workweek, typically 37.5 or 40 for full time, or any other number for part time.Hours Per Week40
Workday
The start time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the earliest time this vacancy's shift can start.From3 PM
The end time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the latest time this vacancy's shift can end.To11 PM
If checked, the agency allows flextime.Flextime allowed?No
If checked, this vacancy includes mandatory overtime.Mandatory overtime?No
If checked, this agency allows compressed workweek scheduling.Compressed workweek allowed?No
If checked, this agency allows telecommuting for this position.Telecommuting allowed?No
The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform.Duties DescriptionCentral New York Psychiatric 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 Central New York Psychiatric Center are vital members of a multi-disciplinary 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 CommentsAll 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 ($35,000), and Downstate Adjustment of ($4,000). The posted job rate is the sum of the statutory job rate ($85,138) Geographic Pay Differential ($35,000), and Downstate Adjustment of ($4,000).
Additional compensation may apply based on shift assignment. 7% shift differential for evening shift. 10% shift differential for night shift
This position is at Central New York Psychiatric Center's Sing Sing satellite unit on the grounds of Sing Sing Correctional Facility in Westchester County.
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
Starting as a Registered Nurse 1 Psychiatric lays a strong foundation in psychiatric nursing, offering hands-on experience in mental health care. This role often leads to specialized certifications or advanced practice positions, enhancing career prospects within psychiatric nursing and broader mental health services.
Unlike general nursing, psychiatric nursing focuses intensively on mental health assessment, therapeutic communication, and behavioral management. Nurses in this role engage deeply with patients experiencing serious mental illnesses, requiring tailored care plans and a recovery-centered approach unique to psychiatric settings.
Candidates must hold an active New York State Registered Professional Nurse license. While specialized psychiatric certifications are advantageous, the primary requirement is state licensure, ensuring compliance with local healthcare regulations and readiness to work in mental health environments.
Psychiatric nurses here commonly work evening shifts from 3 pm to 11 pm, including rotating weekend hours, totaling a 40-hour workweek. This schedule supports continuous patient care and aligns with the agency's focus on comprehensive psychiatric services.
Ossining's mental health sector has a steady demand for psychiatric nurses, partly driven by specialized facilities like the Sing Sing Satellite Unit. While competition exists, candidates with New York licensure and flexibility for evening shifts often have favorable hiring prospects.
New York State Job Services offers a comprehensive benefits package and focuses on public mental health, which may involve working in secure environments like correctional facility satellite units. This setting requires adherence to specific protocols and offers structured career growth within state service.
Annual pay ranges from approximately $115,147 to $124,138, factoring in base salary and geographic pay differentials. Evening shifts may attract a 7% differential, while night shifts receive 10%, enhancing overall compensation for psychiatric nursing roles in this location.
Nurses at the Sing Sing Satellite Unit engage in specialized psychiatric care within a correctional setting, emphasizing safety, recovery-focused interventions, and multidisciplinary teamwork. This contrasts with general hospital roles that may prioritize acute medical treatment over sustained mental health management.
The agency provides access to tuition assistance and professional growth opportunities tailored to psychiatric nursing. Working within a state-supported mental health system fosters continuous learning and advancement, supported by structured benefits and statewide programs.
Ossining shows consistent demand for licensed psychiatric nurses due to regional mental health initiatives and specialized centers. This demand contributes to job stability and potential for career longevity within mental health nursing at facilities like New York State Job Services.
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