TRAVEL - RN - ADULT PSYCH (657) - 7A-7P

Job Title

Position Description

Hospital: Research Psychiatric Center

Location: Kansas City, MO

Address: 2323 E. 63rd Street - Unit Name: Adult 2

General Information

Unit Specifics:

• Number of Beds: 10
• Patient Ratios: Nurses 8 to 1, MHTs 12:1
• Unit Staffing Description:
• Type of Equipment:
• Documentation System: Meditech
• Scheduling Requirements: We require coverage for three 12-hour shifts each day, seven days a week, including weekends. Please note that days off are not guaranteed unless specified in the contract.
• On Call Requirements: NA
• Floating Policy: C/L is utilized where the greatest need is.
• Patient Experience Requirements: HCA follows ICARE values, I CARE values are integrity, compassion, always, and respect as well as AIDET to keep patients informed and make them feel heard, AIDET stands for the five key communication behaviors that create positive care interactions: acknowledge, introduce, duration, explanation and thank you.
• Hospital Specifics:
• Certifications: BLS and CPI

Hiring Profile

Requested Skill Set: Ability to assess patients' mental health status, including recognizing signs of psychiatric disorders, substance use, and behavioral problems. This involves taking thorough patient histories, observing behavior, and using diagnostic tools.

Care Planning: Developing individualized care plans based on the needs of patients with mental health and behavioral issues. This includes setting goals, implementing interventions, and evaluating outcomes.

Medication Management: Administering psychiatric medications and monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions. Knowledge of psychotropic medications