Travel Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health
About The Position
Workfit Staffing is seeking a Travel Registered Nurse (RN) for a Behavioral Health unit. This position requires a minimum of one year of nursing experience and an active New York RN license. The ideal candidate will have experience with Epic charting systems and demonstrate strong competencies in inpatient behavioral health care, including crisis intervention and medication administration. WorkFit Staffing brings over 40 years of medical staffing expertise, dedicated to helping healthcare professionals find the right opportunities to grow and succeed. Our team uses a range of screening tools—including personality insights, skill assessments, and role-specific evaluations—to better understand your strengths and match you with positions that fit your experience and career goals. We are committed to supporting you throughout your journey by connecting you with organizations where you can thrive, make an impact, and advance your career. By aligning your skills with the right opportunities, we help you focus on what matters most, delivering quality patient care while achieving professional growth. Our success is measured by the long-term satisfaction and success of the candidates we place.
Requirements
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in Behavioral Health.
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in New York (NY) in hand.
- BLS certification.
- Experience with Epic charting system required.
- Inpatient behavioral health care
- Management of anxiety disorders
- Bipolar and personality disorder care
- Trauma- and stressor-related disorder management
- Suicidal behavior assessment and intervention
- Assault and violence prevention and management
- Management of assaultive behavior
- Crisis intervention techniques
- De-escalation strategies
- Behavior management techniques
- Safe use of seclusion protocols
- Medication administration and monitoring
Nice To Haves
- Previous Charge Experience
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care within a Behavioral Health setting.
- Administer medications and monitor patient responses for effectiveness and adverse reactions.
- Utilize behavior management techniques and implement de-escalation strategies as needed.
- Perform crisis intervention in high-risk or emergency situations.
- Conduct patient assessments and accurately document progress and outcomes.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement care plans.
- Adhere to all facility policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
- Float to other units as required based on staffing needs.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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