Utilizes the nursing process in diagnosing and treating human responses to actual or potential health problems through such services as case finding, health teaching, health counseling and provisions of care supportive to or restorative of life and well-being. Execution of the medical regimens prescribed by a licensed physician or dentist authorized to practice at SBELIH.

One (1) year acute hospital experience required. One (1) year Behavioral Health (Addiction/Psychiatric) experience preferred. 12 Step Education experience preferred.

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Bachelor's of Science in nursing degree preferred. Licensed and currently registered as a professional nurse in New York State. Basic Life Support ("BLS") certification required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support ("ACLS") certification preferred. Able to work effectively with others and delegate responsibility to allied nursing personnel. Able to participate in Performance Improvement projects. Demonstrates a commitment to continued professional development.

Must be able to lift or assist in lifting a client from bed to chair to standing or vice versa. Must be able to respond quickly and effectively communicate orally in an emergent situation. Must be able to use stairs in an emergent situation. Must be able to walk, carry semi-heavy equipment and reach overhead. Must be able to communicate orally and in writing with clients or associates.