TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Psych RN in Lewiston, Maine, 04240!
Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: Mental Health Nursing
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Nights
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: Minimum of 1 year in mental health nursing
License: Valid RN license required
Certifications: BLS Certification required, CPI training must be current prior to start
Must-Have:
2-Year Associates degree required
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills required
Excellent team player
Ability to manage stress appropriately and make decisions under pressure
Flexibility required to provide coverage 24 hours/day, 7 days/week
Description:
The Registered Nurse in the Emergency Psych Services department is an essential member of the patient care team.
This role is responsible for direct and indirect patient care through the nursing process in all assigned areas.
The RN will be responsible for developing and periodically updating individualized, interdisciplinary plans of care.
They will evaluate patient outcomes and identify available resources for patients.
The Crisis Psychiatric Unit provides care to patients age 5 and up with psychiatric illnesses.
Some patients may also have a need for medical care.
The most frequent psychiatric diagnoses include major depression, bipolar disorder, adjustment disorder, and psychotic disorders.
Patients in need of or requesting detoxification also make up part of the clientele.
Candidates must have at least 1 year of previous experience in mental health nursing.