Travel Nurse (RN) - Pediatric Psychiatric Unit

References must cover at least 1 full year of relevant experience in specialty within the past 3 years.

Required Skills/Experience:
If you have a multistate/compact nursing license, you will be required to complete a one time 6 hour suicide prevention training according to the WA state regulations. (7/13/23)
Must be comfortable using least restrictive methodologies to manage disruptive behaviors, with prevention and de-escalation as priorities.
Must be able to initiate and perform physical holds, mechanical restraint, and seclusion as needed for safety if criteria are met.
Therapeutic communication skills are needed, and you must be comfortable working with children.
The manager is open to considering RNs who have limited pediatric background or behavioral health experience.

Preferred Credentials:
Certification in QBS-Safety Care is strongly preferred but not required.

Special Requests:
Parking costs range from $2.25 - $11.50 depending on shift and assignment lot; amounts are subject to change per the Transportation Department.

Unit Details:
Acute psychiatric crisis unit treating children ages 4-17 with diagnoses including, but not limited to, depression, disruptive behavior, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, psychosis, mania, eating disorders, conduct disorder, suicidal ideation, and self-injurious behaviors.
Patients may have chronic medical comorbidities and nursing needs including, but not limited to, diabetes and insulin management, epilepsy, NG placement and refeeding, cast care, and wound care.
The unit has high behavioral acuity and is typically at full census.
The unit has a mixed milieu with specialized programming during waking hours based on patient age and diagnosis.
Private rooms are available, with an option for primary caregivers to stay overnight.
The unit uses a primary nursing model for RNs.
RNs may be tasked with milieu support assignments as needed, including safety checks, resource RN duties, and low-stimulation patient support.

Shift & Scheduling:
The schedule is 4x12 nights; 3x12 may be available, if interested.
Every other weekend.
On-call may be required.

Floating Requirements:
Floating within scope to meet facility needs may be required.

Pre-employment modules may be required for this role. Please upload any certifications or health documents you have to your profile to expedite your on-boarding process.

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