TravelNurseSource is working with Highland Staffing, LLC to find a qualified ER/Trauma RN in Woodsville, New Hampshire, 03785!
Job Title
Registered Nurse - Geriatric Psychiatry
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse for a short-term acute inpatient Geriatric Psychiatry unit, "Ray of Hope," located in Woodsville, New Hampshire. This role focuses on providing specialized care to an elderly patient population, often referred from long-term care facilities or by families observing patient decline, who require acute psychiatric intervention.
The primary goal of care on this unit is to optimize patient well-being through medication adjustment and therapeutic interventions, aiming to minimize the need for extensive pharmacotherapy for the best possible outcomes. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care within this specialized setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments for geriatric psychiatric patients.
- Administer medications and monitor for therapeutic effects and adverse reactions, with a focus on medication adjustment to improve quality of life.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
- Provide therapeutic communication and support to patients and their families.
- Monitor patient progress, document observations, and report changes in condition to the medical team.
- Assist with crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques as needed.
- Ensure a safe and therapeutic environment for all patients.
Required Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in psychiatric or geriatric nursing.
- Ability to work in a short-term acute inpatient setting.
Preferred Qualifications
Not specified.
Skills & Competencies
- Proficiency in electronic medical record (EMR) systems, specifically Oracle.
- Strong clinical assessment skills for geriatric psychiatric patients.
- Excellent therapeutic communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage and de-escalate crisis situations effectively.
- Competence in medication administration and management for a complex patient population.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Shift Details
- Shift Type: Nights (NOC)
- Shift Duration: 8 hours
- Days per Week: 5 days
- Contract Length: 13 weeks
- Start Date: November 9, 2026
- End Date: February 6, 2027
- Call Requirements: Not specified.
- Weekend Rotations: Not specified.
Licensing Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of New Hampshire.
- Certifications: Not specified.