Psychiatric Nurse RN
Location: Boonton, NJ
Job Type: Travel Contract
Company: Encompass Healthcare Staffing
Category: Healthcare: Nursing
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Psychiatric Nurse RN
Join a dynamic behavioral health team as a Psychiatric Nurse RN, where you will play a vital role in providing patient-centered care for individuals facing mental health challenges. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of behavioral health nursing. As a key member of a multidisciplinary team, you will collaborate closely with physicians, psychiatrists, social workers, and care managers to deliver comprehensive care and support throughout each patient's treatment journey. The Psychiatric Nurse RN role is central to delivering high-quality nursing care within a team-focused environment and is instrumental in both day-to-day patient management and long-term treatment planning.
Within this role, you will utilize the Team Nursing model to serve as the primary clinical link between patients, medical staff, and support services. Your expertise in psychiatric nursing will be essential in assessing patient needs, developing individualized care plans, and ensuring that each patient receives compassionate, evidence-based interventions. The Psychiatric Nurse RN will actively engage in interdisciplinary team meetings, where your clinical insights and behavioral observations will help shape and refine each patient’s treatment plan. Your ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively will contribute to optimal patient outcomes and ongoing professional development in the behavioral health sector.
As a Psychiatric Nurse RN, you will play a key role in medication management, utilizing advanced systems such as Omnicell to ensure safe and accurate medication dispensing. Your technical proficiency in using the EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) system will be vital in maintaining thorough and up-to-date documentation, which is crucial for delivering coordinated care. The position also requires expertise in crisis intervention, where you will implement de-escalation techniques and stabilization protocols to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for both patients and staff. By partnering with social workers and care managers, you will help coordinate safe and effective discharge plans, supporting patients as they transition to the next phase of their recovery.
The ideal candidate for the Psychiatric Nurse RN position will have a minimum of two years of professional experience in a psychiatric or behavioral health setting, along with an active and unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, as recognized by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC), is required. While IV certification is not necessary for this role, proven proficiency in both EPIC and Omnicell systems is essential. The successful candidate will demonstrate a passion for psychiatric nursing, strong clinical assessment skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
If you are looking to grow your career as a Psychiatric Nurse RN and are eager to contribute your skills to a dedicated behavioral health team, we encourage you to apply today by clicking the job application button. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your expertise in psychiatric nursing while making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals in need of behavioral health support.
Psychiatric Nurse RN - Summary- Provide specialized nursing care to patients in a behavioral health setting
- Act as a primary clinical liaison between patients, physicians, and support staff
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to develop and update treatment plans
- Utilize advanced nursing technology for medication management and documentation
- Collaborate with physicians, psychiatrists, and interdisciplinary team members to evaluate and communicate patient progress
- Coordinate safe and effective discharge planning with social workers and care managers
- Administer and manage psychiatric medications using the Omnicell automated system
- Maintain detailed and accurate patient records within the EPIC EHR system
- Implement crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques as needed
- Ensure adherence to safety and compliance protocols within the behavioral health unit
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage
- Opportunities for continuing education and professional development in behavioral health
- Supportive team environment with emphasis on work-life balance
- Minimum two years of experience in psychiatric or behavioral health nursing
- Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Valid BLS certification (AHA or ARC)
- Proficiency in EPIC EHR and Omnicell medication management systems
- IV certification not required
- Strong clinical assessment and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Demonstrates empathy, patience, and professionalism in all interactions
- Passion for supporting individuals with mental health needs
- Flexible, adaptable, and committed to ongoing learning
- Experience with electronic health records and automated medication systems is essential
- Role involves regular collaboration with various healthcare professionals
- Behavioral health environment focused on patient safety and continuous improvement
- Excellent opportunity for career growth in the field of psychiatric nursing
Take the next step in your psychiatric nursing career and contribute to a compassionate behavioral health team. Click the job application button now to apply for the Psychiatric Nurse RN opportunity!