1 Massachusetts Psychiatry/Mental Health Jobs
Travel Nurse (RN) - Psychiatric Unit
$2,413/wk
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Additional Information
Required Skills/Experience:
- Working with mental health patients in a locked setting.
- Ability to pass medications utilizing Omni Cell.
Unit Details:
- Mountain View forensic unit.
- Adults 18 and over with a history of legal issues; patients are often at their last stop before community placement.
- Common diagnoses include bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder, major depression, SA, and chronic medical conditions including diabetes, HTN, and COPD.
- Uses POC blood glucose and vital signs equipment.
- Internal medical group for medical concerns, full rehab staff for group programming, and 3 unit psychiatrists.
Shift & Scheduling:
- Every other weekend.
- No call.
Details:
• AUTO OFFER - NO INTERVIEW: This is an auto-offer position. You will likely not interview with the facility prior to receiving an offer. However, an interview can be arranged upon request. All time off requests must be submitted at application. Scheduling requests must be worked out with the manager directly upon starting the assignment. Any offers for this job will require a clear "Yes" or "No" response from the nurse within 24hrs or the offer must be declined.
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Psychiatry/Mental Health Travel Nurse Job Responsibilities and Salary
Psychiatry/Mental Health nurses show compassion for patients with mental health disorders. Duties of the Mental Health nurse include building trust with patients, assessing for acute negative behaviors, and keeping patients safe. Other responsibilities include creating and following care plans and administering treatments and various therapies. Registered nurses or licensed practical nurses in this specialty also collaborate with psychiatrists and other members of the wider behavioral health team. The average annual salary for Psychiatry/Mental Health nurses in the United States ranges from $50,000 - $100,000 depending on license, location, and experience.
Psychiatry/Mental Health Travel Nurse Jobs in Massachusetts
Psychiatry/Mental Health nurses care for patients with mental health illnesses. They work in psychiatric hospitals, outpatient centers, or residential centers. Other names for this specialty are Behavioral Health nurses or Mental Health nurses. Psych Nurse job descriptions include administering psychotropic medications, observing for negative side effects, and building rapport with patients. There is a large demand for this specialty. Explore our Psychiatry/Mental Health travel nurse opportunities today.