Travel Pediatric Psychiatric RN - $1,538 per week
TNAA TotalMed RN, Norfolk, VA, United States
TNAA TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric for a travel nursing job in Norfolk, Virginia.
Job Summary
Specialty:
Psychiatric
Discipline:
RN
Duration:
13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift:
12 hours, days
Employment Type:
Travel
We're looking for Psychiatric Nurses for an immediate travel nurse opening in Norfolk, VA. The right RN should have 1-2 years recent psychiatric nursing experience. As a Psychiatric nurse, you'll work under general supervision to provide professional nursing care for those with emotional disturbances or mental illnesses in Behavioral Health and Recovery Services. The Psychiatric Nurse also collaborates with clinical and case management staff to coordinate care and assist in patient treatment planning.
Responsibilities
Conduct intake assessments through interviews with patients and relatives to gather case history, and complete physical and mental health assessments.
Observe and report patient behavioral changes. Assist patients in understanding the nature of emotional disturbances and accepting the need for treatment.
Document all patient information on medical charts and follow physician's written orders while maintaining patient confidentiality.
Plan nursing care for patients by providing nursing diagnosis of the medical and emotional status of patients and recommending treatment options.
Consult with psychiatrists and other behavioral health staff in designing appropriate treatment plans for patients.
Administer and record reactions to psychotropic drugs and other medications, arranging further medical attention when necessary.
Assist in maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff and patients. Test for pain vital signs and ensure appropriate pain treatment is administered.
Maintain accurate records and documentation of patient treatments, immunizations and laboratory results according to standard medical recordkeeping.
Perform administrative assignments such as filing, answering phones, typing, and completing electronic progress notes.
Physical Requirements
Psychiatric Travel Nurses should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, carry up to 20 pounds of weight, as well as bend, lean and stoop without difficulty. Moving or lifting of patients may require lifting of up to 50 pounds at times. Due to the unpredictable nature of psychiatric and emotional disturbances, Psychiatric RNs must possess excellent coping and stress management skills and be able to relate to people of all ages and backgrounds while maintaining proper patient‑clinician boundaries.
Qualifications
Requirements: BLS, PALS, ACLS, TNCC, CPI, 2 Years. *Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.
Compensation
TotalMed Travel Job ID #1406838. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined.
Benefits
Weekly pay
Guaranteed Hours
Continuing Education
401k retirement plan
Sick pay
Wellness and fitness programs
Referral bonus
Employee assistance programs
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Benefits start day 1
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Job Summary
Specialty:
Psychiatric
Discipline:
RN
Duration:
13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift:
12 hours, days
Employment Type:
Travel
We're looking for Psychiatric Nurses for an immediate travel nurse opening in Norfolk, VA. The right RN should have 1-2 years recent psychiatric nursing experience. As a Psychiatric nurse, you'll work under general supervision to provide professional nursing care for those with emotional disturbances or mental illnesses in Behavioral Health and Recovery Services. The Psychiatric Nurse also collaborates with clinical and case management staff to coordinate care and assist in patient treatment planning.
Responsibilities
Conduct intake assessments through interviews with patients and relatives to gather case history, and complete physical and mental health assessments.
Observe and report patient behavioral changes. Assist patients in understanding the nature of emotional disturbances and accepting the need for treatment.
Document all patient information on medical charts and follow physician's written orders while maintaining patient confidentiality.
Plan nursing care for patients by providing nursing diagnosis of the medical and emotional status of patients and recommending treatment options.
Consult with psychiatrists and other behavioral health staff in designing appropriate treatment plans for patients.
Administer and record reactions to psychotropic drugs and other medications, arranging further medical attention when necessary.
Assist in maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff and patients. Test for pain vital signs and ensure appropriate pain treatment is administered.
Maintain accurate records and documentation of patient treatments, immunizations and laboratory results according to standard medical recordkeeping.
Perform administrative assignments such as filing, answering phones, typing, and completing electronic progress notes.
Physical Requirements
Psychiatric Travel Nurses should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, carry up to 20 pounds of weight, as well as bend, lean and stoop without difficulty. Moving or lifting of patients may require lifting of up to 50 pounds at times. Due to the unpredictable nature of psychiatric and emotional disturbances, Psychiatric RNs must possess excellent coping and stress management skills and be able to relate to people of all ages and backgrounds while maintaining proper patient‑clinician boundaries.
Qualifications
Requirements: BLS, PALS, ACLS, TNCC, CPI, 2 Years. *Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.
Compensation
TotalMed Travel Job ID #1406838. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined.
Benefits
Weekly pay
Guaranteed Hours
Continuing Education
401k retirement plan
Sick pay
Wellness and fitness programs
Referral bonus
Employee assistance programs
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Benefits start day 1
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