Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric
Lewiston, ME
LanceSoft
3x12 hrs, Days

** Maine Residents Must reside outside of a 50 mile radius** PREVIOUS EMPLOYEES NOT ACCEPTED Travelers with hits on background/license will not be accepted. Do NOT submit Must be willing to float to Chemical Dependency/Detox The Registered Nurse is an essential member of the patient care team, responsible for the delivery of direct and indirect patient care. In this role, the RN will be responsible for working alongside an interdisciplinary team to provide day-to-day care of children and adolescents, ages 6-18, on an inpatient Adolescent behavioral unit. The primary diagnosis' that are treated are major depression and ADD/ADHD. He/She will be responsible for medication administration and education, daily documentation of patient care and managing/monitoring behaviors throughout the unit. Additionally, the RN will participate in and lead education groups. JOB REQUIREMENTS Education: Associates Degree in Nursing required Valid State of Maine RN license required BLS certification required Experience: 1-3 years previous nursing experience working with adults preferred At least 1 year previous nursing experience required CPI Trained Other Skills Required: Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills Communication on a variety of levels: Patient, families, providers, coworkers Ability to in (at time) stressful situations and manage stress appropriately Ability to set strong professional boundaries Dedicated team player Self-directed, able to stay busy in down time We are an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, protected veteran status, national origin, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additional Information:*Candidates with licensure hits will not be considered. Please do not submit* **Up to 16 hours of orientation is unpaid **St. Mary's has the right to cancel up to 3 shifts per 13 week contract Candidate must reside outside of a 50 mile radius