Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) - Clarks Summit, PA

Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN)

• Clarks Summit, PA 1451 Hillside Drive, Clarks Summit, PA 18411 $68
• $72 an hour
• Contract $68
• $72 an hour

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Contract Now Hiring:

Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) | Clarks Summit State Hospital | Pennsylvania State Opportunity Join a Pennsylvania state behavioral health facility providing direct psychiatric nursing care, crisis intervention, patient assessments, medication administration, treatment planning support, and interdisciplinary collaboration within an inpatient psychiatric healthcare environment.

Open Shifts & Openings:

Clarks Summit State Hospital 1451 Hillside Drive, Clarks Summit, PA 18411 2nd

Shift:

3:00 PM

• 11:30 PM 4

Open Positions VMS ID:

800163 3rd

Shift:

11:00 PM

• 7:30 AM 5

Open Positions VMS ID:

800167 Pennsylvania state opportunity Competitive compensation Multiple shifts available Behavioral health experience preferred Background check required Fingerprinting required Active RN license required For clinical roles, please include your most current: Resume Active licenses/certifications Current BLS certification status Apply today: careers@sthenostechnologies.com Responsibilities Conduct thorough patient assessments, including vital signs, mental status examinations, and physical evaluations to develop individualized care plans. Administer medications and treatments such as psychotropic drugs, IV infusions, and botulinum toxin treatments with precision and adherence to safety protocols. Monitor patient progress, document clinical observations accurately using electronic health record (EHR) systems like Epic or Cerner, and adjust care plans accordingly. Provide patient education on medication management, coping strategies, and wellness practices tailored to diverse populations including geriatrics, pediatrics, and individuals with developmental disabilities. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams—including psychiatrists, social workers, occupational therapists, and case managers—to coordinate comprehensive care delivery. Assist in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques during acute episodes or behavioral health emergencies. Support discharge planning by educating patients and families on post-treatment care, community resources, and follow-up appointments. Requirements Valid RN license in the state of practice with current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification. Proven experience working with behavioral health populations in settings such as hospitals, psychiatric facilities, or community clinics. Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems like Epic or Cerner for accurate medical documentation. Knowledge of psychiatric medications including psychotropics and botulinum toxin treatments; experience with medication administration protocols. Strong assessment skills across diverse patient groups including memory care residents, individuals with developmental disabilities, and those requiring acute pain management. Ability to perform physical examinations, vital signs monitoring, IV insertions, venipuncture, suturing assistance, and aseptic techniques when necessary. Excellent communication skills for effective patient education and interdisciplinary collaboration. Join us in delivering compassionate psychiatric nursing care that transforms lives! We are committed to fostering a supportive environment where your skills are valued and your professional growth is encouraged through ongoing training in areas such as trauma medicine, hospice & palliative care, infectious disease management, ICD coding (ICD-10/ICD-9), neuropsychiatric assessments, and more. This paid position ensures you are recognized for your vital contributions while helping us uphold the highest standards of mental health treatment aligned with NCQA standards and HIPAA regulations.

Pay:

$68.00

• $72.

00 per hour

Work Location:

In person