RN - Psych

Cynet HealthStaff; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet HealthStaff seeks an RN - Psych for a 13-week assignment in Manchester, NH. This role requires a valid state nursing license and at least 1 year in acute behavioral health, with a 12-hour night shift.

The unit serves adults 18–64, operates as a locked psychiatric unit, and emphasizes individualized treatment planning and therapy. Collaboration with the care team and documentation in Epic/SBAR workflows are expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in acute behavioral health.
• Valid state nursing license required.
• Certifications: BLS, CPI or MAB.
• Charge nurse experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychiatric nursing care for adults 18–64 on the unit.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans focusing on coping skills.
• Administer medications and monitor safety and effectiveness.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including therapy, IV, pharmacy and radiology.

Skills

Psychiatric nursing

Acute care

Patient assessment

Tools

Omnicell

Epic

SBAR

Job description

RN - Psych

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: Behavioral Health

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Night

Hours per Shift: 12 hours

Experience: Minimum of 1 year in acute behavioral health

License: Valid state nursing license required

Certifications: BLS, CPI or MAB

Must-Have: Charge nurse experience preferred

Description:Minimum years of experience required: 1 year in acute behavioral health.Unit accepts first-time travelers.Travelers within 50 miles of the facility will receive a rate decrease.Target nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:6.The shift is 12-hour nights from 7 PM to 7:30 AM.No call requirement.Float to other units may be required.Every other weekend coverage is required.Patients typically have safety issues such as suicidal thoughts, homicidal ideas, agitation, and thought disorders or psychosis.Patients with chronic persistent mental illnesses such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, depression NOS, anxiety NOS, and personality disorders may be admitted.The unit is staffed with 2 to 3 registered nurses and 2 licensed nursing assistants or mental health technicians.The adult population served is typically aged 18 to 64, with some exceptions for geriatrics depending on the milieu.The average length of stay is 10 to 14 days due to involuntary commitment laws.The unit is a locked psychiatric intensive care facility.It receives both involuntary and voluntary patients.Each patient will develop an individualized treatment plan focusing on coping skills, problem-solving, assertiveness, self-esteem, and relaxation techniques.Therapeutic group and individual therapy sessions are provided.The unit utilizes Omnicell, Epic, and SBAR modified for documentation and communication.Interdisciplinary support includes IV teams, physical therapy, respiratory services, interpretation services, phlebotomy, radiology, social services, and pharmacy.References are required.A drug screen is required to be obtained within 14 days of the start date.