Registered Nurse (RN) - Travel Healthcare

CLFC Healthcare and Communications•Evanston, WY

17h•Onsite

About The Position

CLFC Healthcare & Communications is seeking experienced Registered Nurses for full-time travel assignments at a state behavioral health facility in Evanston, Wyoming. This role provides comprehensive nursing care to patients in an inpatient psychiatric setting, working collaboratively with interdisciplinary treatment teams to deliver evidence-based care and support positive patient outcomes.

Requirements

Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Wyoming (or compact state license accepted in Wyoming)
Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) minimum
Minimum 2 years of clinical nursing experience, with at least 1 year in a behavioral health, psychiatric, or acute care setting
Current Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Ability to pass a comprehensive federal and state background check, including fingerprinting
Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher
ANCC Board Certification in Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing (PMH-BC or RN-BC)
Previous travel nursing experience in behavioral health or state hospital settings
Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) or similar de-escalation certification
Experience with trauma-informed care models and evidence-based psychiatric nursing practices
Familiarity with Wyoming Board of Nursing regulations and state behavioral health standards

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive nursing assessments, including physical, psychological, and social evaluations for patients admitted to inpatient psychiatric units
Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary treatment team
Administer medications, including psychotropic medications, and monitor patients for therapeutic effects and adverse reactions
Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation support for patients experiencing acute behavioral health episodes
Document all patient interactions, assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and timely in the electronic health record system
Monitor vital signs, laboratory results, and patient responses to treatment, escalating concerns to the appropriate provider
Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment plans, medication management, and discharge planning
Participate in treatment team meetings, contributing clinical observations and recommendations for patient care
Maintain compliance with all state and federal regulations governing psychiatric nursing care and patient safety
Serve as a clinical resource and mentor for Licensed Practical Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, and Direct Support Professionals on the unit