Travel RN night shift-rehab

Registered Nurse (RN) | Other
Shift Information: Evenings - 5 days x 9 hours

Contract Duration: 13 Weeks

TravelNurseSource is working with Highland Staffing, LLC to find a qualified Other RN in Syracuse, New York, 13203!
Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health Unit
This role is for a dedicated Registered Nurse to join a dynamic Behavioral Health Unit (BSU) in Syracuse, New York. The unit provides comprehensive care to adult patients requiring specialized psychiatric and behavioral health interventions. As an integral member of the nursing team, you will contribute to a therapeutic environment focused on patient stabilization, recovery, and well-being.
The position involves direct patient care, medication administration, therapeutic communication, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. There is also an opportunity for training in charge nurse responsibilities, enhancing leadership skills within the unit. Nurses may be required to float to a like unit, such as the Inpatient Addiction Rehab Unit (ARU), to support patient care needs across the facility.
Provide direct nursing care to patients on the Behavioral Health Unit, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care.
Administer medications safely and accurately, monitoring for therapeutic effects and adverse reactions.
Conduct therapeutic communication and de-escalation techniques with patients experiencing behavioral health crises.
Collaborate with psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Document patient observations, interventions, and outcomes thoroughly and accurately in the electronic health record.
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to care planning discussions.
Potentially assume charge nurse responsibilities after appropriate training.
Float to other similar units, such as the Inpatient Addiction Rehab Unit (ARU), as needed.
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of New York.
Minimum of 1 year of recent experience as a Registered Nurse, preferably in a behavioral health or psychiatric setting.
Ability to adhere to the hospital's uniform policy of navy blue scrubs.
Experience with charge nurse responsibilities.
Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) or equivalent de-escalation training.
Competency in electronic health record (EHR) documentation.
Adaptability and flexibility to float to other units as required.
Empathy, patience, and a non-judgmental approach to patient care.
Shift Details
Shift Type: Evening/Night
Hours: 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM (8.5-hour shifts)
Weekend Rotation: Holiday Requirements: Holidays are expected.
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of New York.