Pediatric Psychiatric RN
Bangor, ME
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Evenings

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Pediatric Psychiatric Unit, requiring at least one year of behavioral health nursing and a ME or compact RN license.

Responsibilities

• Work in an acute inpatient psychiatric unit for pediatric patients aged 5-18
• Shifts are from 2:00 PM to 11:30 PM with a 36-hour work week
• Patient ratios: Days 1:5-6, Nights 1:13 with resource support, and 6 psych techs on days for pediatrics
• Floating required between pediatric and adult units; manager approval needed if not comfortable with pediatrics
• Uses Cerner EMR system and Pyxis medication dispensing
• Weekend and holiday rotation required; no on-call responsibilities
• Seclusion rooms and specialized therapies including group sessions, pet therapy, and community gardens are part of the care environment
• Primary responsibilities include providing nursing care to pediatric patients with psychiatric conditions such as eating disorders, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and others
• No forensic patients or inmates treated in this facility
• Traditional medical and psychiatric care are complemented by specialized group and therapy sessions
• Support staff includes nurse supervisors, psych techs, nurse practitioners, psychiatrists, and occupational therapists
• Orientation includes the first week on days and a subsequent week on contracted shift
• Scrubs of any solid, professional color are permitted
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Parking is free on site
• Facility experiences heavy snow conditions in winter

Requirements

• Active ME or compact RN license required
• BLS certification required
• Minimum one year of behavioral health nursing experience required; pediatric behavioral health experience preferred
• Experience in de-escalation, use of physical restraints, medication passes, group facilitation, and documentation required
• MOAB certification obtained onsite during orientation
• Cerner EMR experience preferred
• Must not have worked in any Northern Light Health Hospital in a permanent capacity
• Candidates must reside 100+ miles south or southwest of Bangor, ME facility for consideration
• Flu vaccination required for start dates after 9/30/2024, with medical exemptions considered

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts