Registered Nurse (RN) – Behavioral Health

Job Overview

We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) specialized in Behavioral Health to join our dedicated team. This role involves providing high-quality care to adults and geriatrics with various mental health diagnoses in an inpatient setting. The position entails working on weekends with a focus on patient safety and mental health stabilization.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments, develop care plans, and implement patient care interventions.
• Monitor and document patient progress and behavior, ensuring safety and well-being.
• Administer medications, including antianxiety medication, antidepressants, and antipsychotics.
• Utilize crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to manage challenging behaviors.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including psych techs and therapy staff, to provide comprehensive patient care.
• Maintain compliance with seclusion protocols and emergency response procedures.
• Participate in patient education and psychoeducation activities.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in a behavioral health setting.
• Experience with inpatient care of complex mental health disorders.
• Familiarity with medication administration and monitoring protocols.
• Certifications: MOAB certification required.
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment and adapt to varying workflows.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with congenital/developmental disorders and profound impulse control issues.
• Proficiency in starting and maintaining IVs.

Work Schedule

• Shift: Nights from 18:45 to 07:15.
• Days of the week: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
• 36-48 hours can be offered per week, with an option for 13-week contracts.
• Float requirement to med-surg units when necessary.

Unit and Patient Details

This role is situated in a Behavioral Health unit divided between two floors, where staff work across multiple areas of acuity. Patient population includes adults and geriatrics with various diagnoses including, but not limited to:

• Substance use/chemical dependency
• Anxiety disorders
• Post-traumatic stress disorder
• Bipolar disorder
• Schizophrenia-spectrum disorders

Orientation and Training

Unit orientation consists of 32 hours, with hospital orientation provided during the first week. Travelers must be available for daily training sessions.

Additional Information

Scrubs: Navy blue. Expect to collaborate with a range of professionals, including nurse managers and virtual clinical nursing support available 24/7. Special monitoring equipment and protocols are in place to enhance patient safety and ensure effective communication.