RN - Psych

Details

Client Name
Johnson Memorial Hospital - Medical Solution

Job Type
Local

Offering
Nursing

Profession
RN

Specialty
Psych

Job ID
38601260

Weekly Pay
$1998.0


Shift Details

Shift
3X12 Nights

Scheduled Hours
36


Job Order Details

Start Date
11/23/2026

End Date
02/22/2027

Duration
13 Week(s)


Job Description
Psychiatric Registered Nurse (Psych RN)

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team in a newly established Behavioral Health Unit. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive nursing care and actively engage with patients in their treatment plans.

Shift Details

• Job Shift: Nights
• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week

Unit Information

• Type: Psychiatric Unit
• Number of Beds: 29, semi-private, acute behavioral health unit
• Nurse/Patient Ratios: Days 1:6, Nights 1:6-8
• Common Diagnoses: Adult patients (ages 18 and older, no primary dementia diagnoses), including dual diagnosis cases
• Average Length of Stay: 24 hours to 8 days
• Team Composition: Security, Technicians, Social Workers, Leadership, and Administration

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct nursing assessments and participate in treatment planning and execution.
• Facilitate nursing groups and engage in crisis de-escalation.
• Administer medications and manage medical needs of patients.
• Actively participate in treatment on the unit rather than remaining in the nurses' station.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in psychiatric or behavioral health nursing.
• Experience with pediatrics, adults, or geriatrics is acceptable.
• Charge relief experience is preferred.
• BLS Certification required.
• Willingness to engage and adapt to the evolving needs of the new unit.

Additional Information

• Travelers are welcomed, including first-time travelers.
• Orientation: 1 day of general orientation followed by approximately 3 shifts of departmental orientation.
• Shift Scheduling: Flexibility is encouraged with modified self-scheduling options.
• Weekend Requirement: Ideally every other to every third weekend, subject to adjustment after unit opening.
• Holiday Requirement: May be part of a holiday rotation.
• Dress Code: Navy blue scrubs.
• Physical Restraints: Knowledge of soft, hard, and seclusion therapy is necessary.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of patients dealing with mental health challenges in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Client Details

Address
1125 West Jefferson Street

City
Franklin

State
IN

Zip Code
46131