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Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN)
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What they do
A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
$95,919 / year median in New Hampshire
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Pay:
$56.00- $62.
Location:
Concord, NH 03301Schedule:
8-hour shifts (5 days per week, up to 40 hours) or 12-hour shifts (3 shifts per week, up to 36 hours) available; first, second, and third shift openings; rotating weekend coverage as scheduledStart:
Immediate openings (ongoing pipeline)Duration:
13+ weeks with extension opportunitiesJob Type:
Contract (local and travel assignments available)Pay Frequency:
Weekly pay About the Role ShareSTAFF is hiring Psychiatric Registered Nurses (RNs) for inpatient mental health and behavioral health assignments at an acute psychiatric care facility in Concord, NH. In this role, you care for adult patients in acute inpatient settings, working alongside an interdisciplinary treatment team to administer medications, conduct mental status assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide direct nursing care to individuals living with serious mental illness. We maintain an ongoing pipeline of current and upcoming openings on first, second, and third shift, with both 8-hour and 12-hour shift options. On-site nursing supervisor coverage is available across all shifts. What We Offer Weekly pay- every week, on time Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance for eligible employees Tax-free housing and meal stipends for travel assignments Travel reimbursement Referral bonuses
- earn extra when you refer a fellow healthcare professional Dedicated recruiter support before, during, and after your assignment Extension opportunities and access to new assignments nationwide What You'll Do Administer psychotropic medications as prescribed by treating physicians and monitor patients for side effects and therapeutic response Conduct mental status assessments and ongoing psychiatric evaluations as part of patient care planning Engage in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to support patients experiencing acute psychiatric distress or behavioral emergencies Participate in treatment team meetings to develop individualized treatment plans, provide consultations, and exchange recommendations with other disciplines Perform charge nurse duties as assigned, including oversight of Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Licensed Nursing Assistants (LNAs), and Mental Health Workers (MHWs) Monitor patient mental and physical status and respond to medical and psychiatric emergencies Communicate with physicians regarding patient care plans and treatment orders Complete timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) per facility policies and procedures Support milieu management and maintain a safe therapeutic environment for patients and staff Provide all nursing services in a manner consistent with the applicable standard of care What You Bring•Required Active Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the New Hampshire Board of Nursing, or active multistate RN license under the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), unencumbered Minimum 2 years of inpatient psychiatric nursing experience Current Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross (in-person course required; online-only certifications are not accepted) Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) certification, or willingness to complete CPI training during facility orientation Willingness to work 8-hour shifts (5 days per week, up to 40 hours) or 12-hour shifts (3 shifts per week, up to 36 hours), including first, second, or third shift and rotating weekend coverage as scheduled Must be able to complete pre-placement requirements What You Bring•Preferred Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Board Certification (PMH-BC) from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Three or more years of inpatient psychiatric nursing experience Experience in state psychiatric hospital, forensic psychiatric, or geriatric psychiatric settings Charge nurse or supervisory experience Experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems Prior experience working independently as the sole nurse on a psychiatric unit About ShareSTAFF ShareSTAFF connects nursing and allied health professionals with travel and contract assignments at hospitals, state facilities, and healthcare organizations nationwide.