RN - Psych - Travel - Bangor, ME - $1,729 to $1,906 per week

TravelNurseSource is working with AMN Healthcare to find a qualified Psych RN in BANGOR, Maine, 04402!

Pay Information

$1,729 to $1,906 per week

About The Position

Job Description & Requirements

Registered Nurse Psychiatric - Travel - (Psych RN)

StartDate : 11 / 13 / 2024 Available Shifts : 12 N Pay Rate : $1729.06 - $1905.50

SimpliFi Interview TeamGeneral InformationLocated in Bangor, MEBeds : 92 Peds 36 beds; Adults 56Minimum years of experience required : 1 year of Behavioral Health nursing requiredPediatric BH exp preferred send to manager for approval if candidate does not have Peds experienceWill you accept a first-time traveler?

YesPatient Types : Free standing acute inpatient facility contracted ER 5 min awayAll patients come from an ED and are medically clearednot typical to have lines, drains, tubes, etc.

• Children and Adolescents receiving inpatient Mental Health services ages 5 - 18Common diagnoses include, but are not limited to : Eating Disorders, Depression, Suicidal Ideation, Anxiety, Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Gender DysphoriaTraditional medical and psychiatric care in addition to specialized therapies such as : pet therapy, group sessions, recreation therapy (rock wall), community gardensPatient Ratios : RN : Day 1 : 5-6;
• Night 1 : 16 with resource support (including Nursing support)Psych Techs : Day 6 Psych Techs; Night 3 Psych TechsRequired Certifications : BLSMOAB is obtained on site (part of orientation)Skills required : De-escalation experience, experience with physical restraintsSupport on the Unit : Nurse Supervisor available evenings / weekendsNurse Manager - daysHouse Administrator - available overnight and weekendsCharge nurse has patient assignmentPsych TechsNurse Practitioner;

on site until 1600 and then on call overnightPsychiatrist daily rounds and On Call 0000-0600Occupational Therapist 0800-1630, 7 days per weekCharting System / Equipment : CernerPyxisFloating : If yes, where?

Yes between two pediatric unitsOrientation : (facility and unit)2 weeks Mon-Fri - Days2 (12’s) on shift contracted toScheduling : Weekend rotation : every other;

Sat / SunBlock scheduling cannot be guaranteedWill they be on call? No callHoliday Expectations : expected to work holidays in rotationApproval of time off?

up to 7 days; if a full week must extendOther notes or things you want us to check / verify?Scrub Color : any solid color;

must be professionalFree Parking? YesDuring the winter : Heavy snow conditions expected

Required Qualifications

Years of Experience : 2. *Please add PTO to selling notes*

Current ME RN license or compact license (# / expiration)

60 mile radius rule

Psych SCL and Reference required within a year

Facility Location

Bangor is the major commercial and cultural center for eastern and northern Maine. The City is located in the heart of Maine and looked upon as being Maine's Queen City ever since 1834.

Residents and visitors alike can benefit from the best of both worlds : a clean and friendly city that captures all the excitement, opportunity and activity, with shpping centers and cafes that are easy to access.

Job Benefits

At AMN Healthcare we take care of our travelers! We offer :

• Competitive pay rates
• Free, quality, private housing
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

About the Company

At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

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Job Requirements

Years of Experience : 2. *Please add PTO to selling notes*Current ME RN license or compact license (# / expiration)BLS60 mile radius rulePsych SCL and Reference required within a year

Benefits

At AMN Healthcare we take care of our travelers! We offer :

• Competitive pay rates
• Free, quality, private housing
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

5 Benefits of Travel Nursing

• A diverse portfolio of experiences adds depth to your professional profile. This can be beneficial if you decide to pursue leadership roles, advanced degrees, or specialized certifications.
• Advocating for patients becomes more nuanced when dealing with diverse populations. Travel nursing exposes you to different patient advocacy scenarios, refining your advocacy skills.
• Different healthcare facilities may have varying nursing policies and procedures. Adapting to these variations helps you understand the importance of compliance and the rationale behind different policies.
• Managing assignments, travel logistics, and adapting to new environments requires effective time management. Travel nursing helps you hone your time management skills, a valuable asset in any healthcare setting.
• Travel nurses may find themselves in challenging situations that require effective crisis management. This experience can be valuable in emergency healthcare settings and disaster response teams.
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