Traveling Psychiatric Nurse Specialist

4 days ago


Lewiston, Maine, United States Wellspring Nurse Source Full time

Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric for a travel nursing job in Maine.

About the Role
  • Specialty: Psychiatric Nursing
  • Discipline: Registered Nursing

This position involves providing care to patients with mental health disorders, emotional challenges, and behavioral issues. As a psychiatric registered nurse, you will be responsible for assessing, planning, and implementing care for patients in inpatient or outpatient settings, promoting mental wellness, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Main Responsibilities
  1. Patient Care and Assessment:
    • Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments, including evaluating emotional, cognitive, and behavioral functioning.
    • Develop individualized care plans based on patient needs, in collaboration with the healthcare team.
    • Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as necessary.
    • Administer medications and monitor for side effects, documenting responses appropriately.
  2. Crisis Intervention:
    • Respond to psychiatric emergencies, such as suicidal ideation, aggressive behavior, or severe anxiety.
    • Implement de-escalation techniques and therapeutic interventions to ensure patient and staff safety.
    • Coordinate with the crisis response team when necessary.
  3. Therapeutic Communication and Support:
    • Establish trusting relationships with patients to facilitate open communication.
    • Provide emotional support and guidance to patients and their families.
    • Facilitate group therapy sessions or educational workshops on mental health topics, as applicable.
  4. Collaboration and Coordination:
    • Work closely with psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure a holistic approach to care.
    • Serve as a patient advocate, ensuring their rights and needs are respected.
    • Assist in discharge planning, connecting patients with community resources or outpatient services.
  5. Safety and Compliance:
    • Maintain a safe environment by following protocols for high-risk patients, including suicide precautions and restraint use.
    • Document patient care accurately and in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
    • Stay current on best practices in psychiatric nursing and maintain knowledge of mental health laws.
Requirements and Qualifications
  • Licensure: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the practicing state.
  • Education: Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
  • Certifications:
    • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
    • Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Certification
    • Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Certification (RN-BC) preferred.

The estimated salary for this position is $105,000 - 120,000 per year, based on a 36-hour workweek and 12-hour shifts.

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