Registered Nurse (RN) -Psych in Dartmouth,MA

Sage Group

  • Dartmouth, Dartmouth
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to provide compassionate, patient-centered care on a Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health Unit. The RN will care for patients ranging from age 5 through geriatric, including individuals experiencing mental health, behavioral health, substance use, and addiction-related conditions.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationDartmouth, Dartmouth

    Description

    We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to provide compassionate, patient-centered care on a Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health Unit. The RN will care for patients ranging from age 5 through geriatric, including individuals experiencing mental health, behavioral health, substance use, and addiction-related conditions.


    Job Type: Travel / Contract
    Start Date: ASAP
    Duration: 13 Weeks
    Experience: 1 Year Required
    Weekend Requirement: Every Other Weekend

    Pay Rate : 
    Estimated total pay
    $1,720/week

    • Estimated taxable pay
      $568/week
    • Estimated non-taxable stipends
      $1,152/week

    Key Responsibilities

    • Provide direct nursing care to patients with mental health and behavioral health needs.

    • Assess patient conditions and monitor changes in physical and emotional status.

    • Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care plans.

    • Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately.

    • Monitor patients for changes in behavior, mood, and overall condition.

    • Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, families, and staff.

    • Assist with crisis intervention and behavioral management as appropriate.

    • Collaborate with physicians, therapists, social workers, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team.

    • Provide patient and family education regarding treatment plans and ongoing care.

    • Accurately document assessments, interventions, medications, and patient progress.

    • Follow all applicable safety, infection control, and clinical standards.

    • Perform other duties as assigned.

    Patient Population

    • Ages: 5 years through geriatric

    • Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health

    • Mental Health & Behavioral Disorders

    • Substance Abuse & Addictions

    Requirements

    • Current Registered Nurse (RN) license.

    • Minimum 1 year of nursing experience required.

    • Behavioral health, psychiatric, substance use, or related experience preferred.

    • Strong assessment, communication, and crisis-management skills.

    • Ability to work effectively with patients across a wide age range.

    • Ability to work every other weekend.



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