Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN)

Amergis Healthcare Staffing; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 49,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and weekly paychecks

Health, dental, vision, and life

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

Job summary

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) for a travel assignment in Paducah, KY. The role involves providing comprehensive psychiatric nursing care across settings, with emphasis on assessment, diagnosis, and coordination of patient care, while promoting prevention and education.

The position requires an active RN license, prior psychiatric experience preferred, and adherence to professional standards. Competitive weekly pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse Licensure in-state practicing.
• One year of psych experience preferred.
• PMH-BC certification preferred.
• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice.
• Current CPR if applicable.
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable.
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation).
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health nursing care across settings and patient groups.
• Assess, diagnose, and coordinate patient care with a focus on safety.
• Promote well-being through prevention and education for individuals and families.

Skills

Psychiatric Nursing

RN License

Education

RN Licensure

PMH-BC cert

Job description

Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN)

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Job Type: Travel

Pay: 1260 Week

Hours: 36.00

Location: Paducah, KY

The Psychiatric/Mental Health Registered Nurse, requires a wide range of nursing, psychosocial, and neurobiological expertise. PMH nurses promote well-being through prevention and education, in addition to the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health and substance use disorders. The Psychiatric/Mental Health Registered Nurse, demonstrates ability to make clinical judgments in an effective and efficient manner and demonstrates critical thinking and performance ability in the coordination of patient care. The Psychiatric/Mental Health Registered Nurse, works in a variety of settings and provides comprehensive care to individuals, families, and communities when applicable.

Minimum Requirements:

• Current Registered Nurse Licensure in-state practicing

• One year of psych experience preferred

• PMH-BC certification preferred

• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice

• Current CPR if applicable

• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)

• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Category: Nursing

Job Function: Nursing | RN | RN - Psychiatric

Job Type: Travel

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0148

Contract Duration: 13

Pay Rate: $1260 / Week