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

Overview Registered Nurse – Behavioral Health, Adolescent Inpatient. This travel assignment is based in Lewiston, Maine. Start date: July 6, 2026. Contract duration: 13 weeks. Weekly pay: $1,974–$2,092 per week. Shift: 3x12 Night shifts. Setting: hospital-based inpatient behavioral health unit serving adolescents with psychiatric conditions; some patients may require concurrent medical care. This role uses the nursing process to provide direct and indirect care, develop care plans, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team. Key Highlights Weekly pay: $1,974–$2,092 per week Contract duration: 13 weeks Shift: 3x12 Nights Start date: 07/06/2026 Setting: inpatient behavioral health unit (adolescent-focused) Guaranteed hours: none 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. Requirements 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 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