Current Registered Nurse (RN) license as per state regulations
At least one year of nursing experience, preferably in psychiatric, mental, behavioral, or substance use nursing
CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required
First aid certification may be required based on state or facility regulations
Responsibilities
Assess patients' physical and behavioral health needs
Develop and implement comprehensive nursing care plans
Maintain accurate medical records and educate patients and families
Provide nursing care within state regulations and facility policies
Notify physicians of significant changes in patient status
Complete admission and discharge processing efficiently
Foster therapeutic rapport with patients while maintaining professional boundaries
Benefits
Competitive temporary pay rates
Flexible scheduling options
Career advancement opportunities post contract
Possibility to convert to full-time with benefits
Excellent training program availability
Full Job Description
Overview
This is a temporary, full-time, 13-week nursing assignment with a fixed rate of $50 per hour for Day shift, $55 per hour for Night shift and is not benefits-eligible.
This is a direct temporary opportunity (not an agency contract), and travel stipends or travel reimbursements are not provided. Candidates must have at least one year of behavioral health experience and be available for 3x12hr shifts per week.
POSITION DETAILS:
13 week assignment with opportunity to convert to FT employee post contract
The temp schedule is a Full Time schedule (3x12hr shifts per week)
Day or Night Shift (7:00 - 7:00)
Rotating weekends
PAY: $50/hr for Days, $55/hr for Nights
Red River Hospital provides mental health and substance use disorder (SUD) treatment to the following populations:
Dedicated military personnel
Adults
Seniors
Adolescents (ages 12 through 17)
POSITION BENEFITS:
Competitive TEMP pay rates
FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING
Great career advancement opportunities
Opportunity to convert to FT post contract w/ comprehensive benefit package
Excellent training program
Responsibilities
REGISTERED NURSE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provide and coordinate care by assessing patients' physical and behavioral health needs.
Develop and implement nursing care plans.
Maintain medical records and educate patients and their families about various physical and behavioral health conditions.
Provide nursing care and services within the standards and scope of nursing practice as defined within the state Nurse Practice Act regulations, policies, procedures, and protocols, as well as facility and corporate policies and procedures.
Ensure physicians' orders are legible if taken verbally and transcribed appropriately per policy and procedure.
Ensure patients' status is assessed on an ongoing basis and pertinent information is gathered and documented.
Notify physicians of significant changes in status such as difficulties with detox, medical emergency, change in medical status regarding response to medications, and related challenges.
Ensure that initial nursing treatment plans are completed upon admission and that all nursing treatment plans are specific to assessed needs.
Demonstrate knowledge and utilization of universal precautions in providing direct patient care.
Accurately administer medications per ordered note.
Document accurate count of controlled substance medication administration on required documents.
Complete admission and discharge processing efficiently and accurately as directed.
Exhibit therapeutic rapport with patients by maintaining professional boundaries, respecting personal space, giving patients direct attention, and maintaining rational detachment.
Provide direction or coordinate the activities of the unit as directed.
Communicate therapeutically and professionally with patients, visitors, co-workers, and others involved inpatient treatment.
Qualifications
EDUCATION/LICENSURE/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS
Must have graduated from an accredited school of nursing.
Must possess a current Registered Nurse (RN) license as required by the state of employment or be eligible to practice nursing in accordance with state requirements
One year of nursing experience; previous psychiatric, mental, behavioral, or substance use nursing experience a plus
CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.
