RN - Psych

Cynet Health; New Ulm (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health is seeking a RN - Psych for a 13-week night shift assignment. You will work 7 PM to 7:30 AM in aBehavioral Health unit, providing nursing care to adults and geriatrics with mental health diagnoses. Solid experience in crisis management and med administration is essential.

Qualifications include RN license and BLS, with Epic EMR proficiency. Prior charge experience and ability to manage 3–4 patients are preferred. Rotation cadence and weekend coverage will be discussed at scheduling.

Qualifications

• RN license is required.
• BLS certification required.
• Epic charting system experience is required.
• Crisis intervention and de-escalation skills are necessary.
• Experience with patient ratios of 3–4 patients.

Responsibilities

• Work 13-week assignment on night shifts from 7 PM to 7:30 AM.
• Care for adults and geriatrics with mental health disorders.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams including pharmacy and social services.
• Administer medications and monitor mental health patient symptoms.
• Handle patients with anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder.

Skills

Epic charting

Crisis intervention

De-escalation techniques

Medication administration

Patient ratios 3-4

Education

RN license

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

RN - Psych

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: Behavioral Health

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Night

Hours per Shift: 12 hours (19:00 - 07:30)

Experience: 1 year preferred in specialty

License: Required

Certifications: BLS required

Must-Have:

• Epic charting system experience
• Previous charge experience preferred
• Experience with patient ratios between 3 and 4 patients

Description:Shift time is from 7 PM to 7 AM.If rotating, the cadence of rotating will be discussed prior to scheduling.Weekend requirements include every other weekend.No call requirements for this position.The unit is a 10-bed locked facility.Patient assignments vary between 3 to 4 patients.Daily Census averages around 9 patients.The patient population includes adults and geriatrics.Their diagnoses range from depression, schizophrenia, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and other mental health conditions.Interdisciplinary support will be available, including pharmacy, social services, and rapid response teams.Candidates must have experience with various medications and behaviors associated with mental health issues.Experience in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques is necessary.Candidates must be able to manage assaultive behavior and administer medications effectively.Specific skills include knowledge of anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, and psychotic disorders.Familiarity with seclusion protocols and voluntary/involuntary commitment is essential.Candidates will receive a stipend for completing any pre-start modules.Travelers will receive training on house-specific electronic charting systems.