RN - Behavioral Health

Inpatient Psych RN

This is a 13-week contract position, with shifts available for both days and nights, consisting of 3x12-hour shifts. Day shifts run from 07:00 to 19:00, and night shifts run from 19:00 to 07:00.

We are seeking a qualified Inpatient Psych RN with experience in inpatient psychiatric care. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality nursing care to patients, demonstrating professionalism and clinical expertise in various patient scenarios.

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients with mood disorders, primarily within an inpatient setting.
• Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team, including IV teams, physical therapy, social services, and pharmacy, to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Administer medications and monitor patients' responses to treatment.
• Document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the electronic health record system.
• Participate in crisis prevention and management, utilizing de-escalation techniques when necessary.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure:

• Active RN license in PA or Compact license.
• Minimum of 1 year of inpatient psychiatric nursing experience.
• Current BLS certification.
• CCM or CPI certification preferred.
• Experience with Cerner charting system is preferred.

Why ARMStaffing?

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here's why:

• SIA's Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
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• We've earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!