Emergency Psych RN - Nights
About The Position
The Registered Nurse in the Emergency Psych Services department provides direct and indirect patient care through the nursing process. The role includes developing and periodically updating individualized, interdisciplinary care plans, evaluating patient outcomes, and identifying resources to support patients. The position is part of a facility providing comprehensive behavioral healthcare services. The nurse cares for patients aged 5 years and older with psychiatric conditions such as major depression, bipolar disorder, adjustment disorder, psychotic disorders, and needs related to detoxification. The position works nights from 7 PM to 7 AM. Nurses are required to wear maroon scrubs, and holiday coverage is required. A 12-hour orientation shift is provided. Extra hours beyond contracted shifts may be available, subject to availability.
Requirements
- Associate's degree in Nursing.
- Valid State of Maine RN license.
- At least 1 year of prior mental health nursing experience.
- Basic Life Support (BLS/BCLS) certification.
- Current Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training prior to start.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Ability to manage stress and make sound decisions under pressure.
- Flexibility to provide coverage 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct and indirect patient care through the nursing process.
- Develop and periodically update individualized, interdisciplinary care plans.
- Evaluate patient outcomes.
- Identify resources available to support patients.
- Provide care to patients aged 5 years and older presenting with psychiatric conditions, including patients requiring detoxification.
- Provide holiday coverage.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
