Travel Registered Nurse Behavioral Health|Psychiatric | Adolescent - Inpatient Job

Overview Registered Nurse – Behavioral Health, Adolescent Inpatient. Travel assignment based in Lewiston, Maine. Start date: July 6, 2026. Contract duration: 13 weeks. Weekly pay: $1,974–$2,092 per week. Shift: 3×12 night shifts. The unit is a hospital‑based inpatient behavioral health setting serving adolescents with psychiatric conditions; some patients may require concurrent medical care. The RN will use the nursing process to provide direct and indirect care, develop care plans, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team. Responsibilities Deliver direct and indirect nursing care within an inpatient adolescent behavioral health setting using the nursing process. Develop and update individualized plans of care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team; monitor patient outcomes and identify available resources. Administer prescribed medications and monitor for adverse effects; provide de‑escalation and crisis intervention as needed. Document assessments, care plans, progress notes, and patient safety data; ensure accurate and timely records. Collaborate with psychiatry, social work, psychology, and family members to coordinate comprehensive care and discharge planning. Support patient and family education, maintain patient confidentiality, and adhere to regulatory and CPI‑related standards. Qualifications Education: Associate degree in Nursing (ADN) required. Licensure: Valid Maine RN license. Certifications: BLS Certification required; CPI training must be current prior to start. Experience: At least 1 year of previous mental health nursing experience. Skills: Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication; ability to work as a flexible team player; capacity to manage stress and make decisions under pressure. Availability: Ability to work in an inpatient behavioral health setting; candidate must reside outside a 50‑mile radius. Additional notes: Up to 16 hours of orientation is unpaid; St. Mary’s‑specific licensure constraints noted in the original posting do not apply to this general role description. Benefits and Support Unpaid orientation up to 16 hours. Travel assignment with a structured schedule and 13‑week term. Support through assignment processes and compliance tracking provided by the staffing organization. Clear start date and assignment details to plan housing and logistics. Access to standard onboarding and credentialing processes required for inpatient behavioral health roles. Periodic contract review opportunities may be discussed during the hiring process. #J-18808-Ljbffr