Mental Health Registered Nurse (RN) - Night Shift

Behavioral Health RN

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Behavioral Health RN for a 4-week travel assignment in Chicago, Illinois. Shift: Nights

Facility details:

Hospital

Trauma center: Carestream Health, Dell, GE Healthcare (Centricity), HealthWare (ActiveXCHANGE), InstaMed

One year of recent experience as a behavioral health RN

Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations

Behavioral Health nurses assess, diagnose, and address the mental health needs of individuals, families, and communities. They work with individuals, families, groups, and communities to develop a nursing diagnosis and plan of care. They collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and continuously evaluate outcomes to provide compassionate, evidence-based care in mental health settings.

Perform comprehensive mental health assessments and document findings using evidence-based tools

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, therapists, social workers, and case managers, to develop patient-centered care plans

Provide and coordinate patient care with other health team members

Monitor patients' responses to interventions and report outcomes, adjusting care plans as needed

Support patients during medical procedures relevant to mental health care, such as ECT or crisis interventions, and monitor their responses

Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards

Advocate for patients' needs and rights, ensuring culturally sensitive and ethical care delivery

Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance psychiatric nursing practice

Educate patients and families about mental health conditions, coping strategies, and available resources

Complete accurate, timely documentation to support legal, clinical, and operational requirements

The ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language

Physical Abilities - Must be able to remain in a stationary position, move about, move equipment (50-100lbs), push, pull, and bend

Technical/Motor Skills - Must have the ability to grasp, perform fine manipulation, push/pull, and move about when assisting with procedures and/or using department equipment

Mental Requirements - Must be able to cope with frequent contact with the general public and customers while meeting deadlines under pressure. Must be able to work under close supervision occasionally, as well as working without assistance from other personnel. Sensory - Must possess visual acuity and ability to effectively communicate

Highly competitive pay for travel professionals

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first day coverage
• Life and Short-term disability offered
• Aggressive Refer-a-friend Bonus Program
• Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs

At Fusion Medical Staffing, our goal is to improve the lives of everyone we touch, and we're always looking for people like you to join our mission. Your passion for helping others deserves a partner just as committed to supporting you — that's why we offer day one insurance, $0 copay for mental health services, scholarships and awards, exclusive discounts, and more. From your personal recruiter to our clinical and traveler experience teams, we're here to guide and celebrate you along your journey. You take care of others; we take care of you.

Start your rewarding career as a Travel Behavioral Health RN with Fusion Medical Staffing and join our mission to improve lives.