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), Buffalo Psychiatric Center, P26953
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%
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" ExplanationNight Shift weekdays, plus scheduled weekend hours.
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.From11 PM
The end time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the latest time this vacancy's shift can end.To7 AM
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 DescriptionAs Registered Nurse 1 Psychiatric, you will provide professional nursing services to individuals diagnosed with mental illness. Services may include, but are not limited to, nursing interventions and their documentation, case finding, health teaching/counseling and provision of supportive and/or restorative care. You will also participate in staff training, prepare clinical and administrative reports, maintain infection control standards, and function as a member of a treatment team. You may also act as a charge nurse on a unit and be responsible for maintaining inventory standards for medicine, controlled drugs, and narcotics.
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.
The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy.Minimum QualificationsPossession of a license and current registration to practice nursing in New York State.
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 ($20,000) and the posted job rate is the sum of the statutory job rate ($85,138) and Geographic Pay Differential ($20,000).
Additional compensation may apply based on shift assignment. 7% shift differential for evening shift. 10% shift differential for night shift
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Freqently Asked Questions
Working from 11 pm to 7 am at Buffalo Psychiatric Center means adapting to overnight patient needs and managing unique mental health challenges during quieter hours. Nurses must maintain alertness and provide continuous care while handling potential emergencies, which differs from typical daytime nursing roles.
Psychiatric nursing involves tailored interventions such as crisis de-escalation, therapeutic communication, and medication management specific to mental illnesses. Documentation and case finding are essential to support patient recovery, distinguishing this role from general nursing positions.
Advancement opportunities include becoming a charge nurse, specializing in psychiatric subfields, or moving into administrative roles. Continuous education through tuition assistance and professional growth programs offered by the employer supports career progression in psychiatric nursing.
Candidates must hold a valid New York State nursing license and registration, with ongoing compliance critical. Additionally, eligibility to bill Medicare and Medicaid through an NPI number is often required to maintain employment within psychiatric settings.
Salaries span from approximately $96,147 to $105,138 annually, factoring in salary grade 18 and geographic differentials. Evening and night shift differentials can increase pay by 7% to 10%, reflecting the specialized demands of psychiatric nursing night work.
The agency offers access to tuition assistance, ongoing training, and a robust benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance. These resources help psychiatric nurses stay updated with best practices and advance their clinical expertise.
Buffalo's demand for psychiatric nurses is steady due to regional mental health needs, but competition can be moderate given the full-time, permanent nature of these roles. Possessing New York State licensure and relevant experience enhances candidacy in this competitive market.
Working within a state agency often involves navigating civil service regulations, non-competitive hiring classes, and adherence to strict documentation standards. These factors may differ from private sector flexibility but provide stable, benefit-rich employment.
Maintaining accurate nursing interventions records, clinical reports, and infection control logs is vital. This ensures continuity of care, legal compliance, and effective communication within the psychiatric treatment team.
No telecommuting or compressed schedules are allowed for this position. Nurses are expected to work fixed night shifts with no flextime, emphasizing the necessity of on-site presence for patient safety and team coordination.
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