RN - Psych

Cynet HealthStaff; Moosic (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet HealthStaff seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Behavioral Health for a 13-week assignment. The role runs nights from 12:00 AM to 8:00 AM in an acute inpatient behavioral health facility with weekends/holidays as assigned.

Requirements include PA licensure and 1 year of recent behavioral health experience; restraints experience preferred. Documentation is via EMR and paper charts; on-site pharmacy is available 24/7, with orientation covering de-escalation techniques.

Qualifications

• 1 year recent experience required in behavioral health/psychiatric settings.
• Active Pennsylvania license required.
• Experience with restraint protocols preferred.
• Must-Have: Experience working in a psychiatric facility.

Responsibilities

• Night shifts from 12:00 AM to 8:00 AM.
• Inpatient acute care for mental health and behavioral disorders.
• Documentation using electronic medical record system and paper charting for restraint use.
• De-escalation training provided during orientation.
• Located in a metro area near recreational facilities and attractions.

Skills

Behavioral Health Nursing

De-escalation training

Job description

RN - Psych

Profession: Registered Nurse (RN)

Specialty: Behavioral Health

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Nights - 8 hours

Hours per Shift: 12:00 AM - 8:00 AM

Experience: 1 year recent experience required in behavioral health/psychiatric settings

License: Active Pennsylvania license required

Certifications: Experience with restraint protocols preferred

Must-Have: Experience working in a psychiatric facility

Description:This role is for a Registered Nurse specializing in Behavioral Health.The position involves night shifts from 12:00 AM to 8:00 AM, with weekends and holidays as assigned.The facility is newly opened and provides acute inpatient care for mental health and behavioral disorders.Candidates should have prior experience working with restraints.Patient population includes adults, geriatric patients, and adolescents.Staffing ratios may vary, with a standard of 1 nurse to 20 patients depending on acuity.Documentation is completed using an electronic medical record system as well as paper charting for restraint use.Medications are managed through an onsite pharmacy, which operates 24/7.De-escalation training is provided during an orientation period.This position is located in a metro area near recreational facilities and scenic attractions.