Pediatric Psychiatric RN
Bangor, ME
GLC On-The-Go
3x12 hrs

Registered Nurse - Pediatric Psych | Bangor, ME | Contract

Quick Look

• Weekly Gross Pay: $2,091 - $2,201
• Shift: 7P-7A, 12 Hours
• Start Date: 12/07/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks

Join a leading acute-care hospital as a Registered Nurse specializing in Pediatric Psychiatry in Bangor, ME. This contract position offers an opportunity to work in a supportive environment with a focus on both adult and pediatric patients. You will be part of a dedicated team providing essential care to children and adolescents facing behavioral health challenges.

General Information:

• Minimum 1 year of Behavioral Health nursing experience required; Pediatric Behavioral Health experience preferred.
• Open to first-time travelers.
• Patient Types: Free-standing Acute Inpatient facility with a contracted ER nearby.
• Involuntary and Voluntary admissions for ages 5-18 (Peds) and 18+ (Adults).
• Common Pediatric diagnoses include Eating Disorders, Depression, Suicidal Ideation, Anxiety, Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, and Gender Dysphoria.
• Adult patients typically present with Schizophrenia, Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, and Eating Disorders.
• No forensic patients or inmates; facility is locked but not to the extent of holding patients under arrest.
• Seclusion rooms are utilized when necessary.
• Occasional patients with Substance Use Disorder or Detoxing patients on CIWA, provided they are medically cleared.

Patient Ratios:

• RN: Day - 1:5-6; Night - 1:13 with resource support.
• Pediatric Psych Techs: Day - 6; Night - 2.
• Adult Psych Techs: Day - 2; Night - 2.

Required Certifications:

• BLS
• MOAB (obtained on site as part of orientation)
• Maine State License

Skills Required:

• De-escalation experience and experience with physical restraints (chemical restraints are NOT used).
• Comfortable with medication passes and running group sessions.
• Documentation skills.

Support on the Unit:

• Director of Nursing/Chief Nursing Officer.
• Nurse Manager available during the day; open to addressing any issues with travelers.
• House Administrator available overnight and weekends.
• Charge nurse may have patient assignments.
• Psych Techs and contracted Phlebotomist for lab draws.
• Nurse Practitioner on site until 1600, then on call overnight.
• Psychiatrist conducts daily rounds and is on call from 0000-0600.
• Occupational Therapist available 0800-1630, 7 days per week.
• Security on site, but staff respond to patient escalations.

Charting System/Equipment:

• Cerner
• Pyxis

Floating: Yes, between all units (Adults and Peds). If not comfortable floating to Peds, please request manager approval.

Orientation: First week (Mon-Fri) will be on Days; second week will follow the contracted shift schedule.

Scheduling:

• Weekend rotation: every other Saturday/Sunday.
• Block scheduling cannot be guaranteed.
• No call required.
• Overtime is available.
• Expected to work holidays in rotation.
• Modified self-scheduling; travelers sign up for preferred shifts, which are reviewed by the manager/scheduler.

Other Notes:

• Scrub Color: Any solid color; must be professional.
• Free parking available.
• During winter, heavy snow conditions expected.
• Travelers may function as code leaders during escalations; debriefing forms should be completed afterward.
• MOAB training will be reviewed on site; scenario-based training available every other week.

GLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you are ready to take the next step in your nursing career and make a difference in the lives of pediatric patients, apply today!