Travel ContractBehavioral Health Registered Nurse
$2,048/week
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Elko, NV
LifePoint
3x12 hrs
$2,048/weekPosted 1 day ago Verified
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Overview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Estimated total pay
$2,048/weekDescription
Job Opportunity: RN - Behavioral Health (Travel)
Location: Elko, Nevada
Employment Type: Travel Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Position Overview
- Specialty: Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Psychiatric Nursing
- Role: Registered Nurse (RN)
- Shift: 12-hour shifts
- Weekly Hours: 36 guaranteed
- Weekend Hours: Every-other weekend rotation
- Call Requirements: None required
- Float Requirements: RN may be floated to other departments
Experience & Certifications
- Required Years of Experience: Minimum 1 year of inpatient behavioral health experience
- Required Certifications:
- RN License
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- Handle with Care preferred
- ACLS and PALS required within 60 and 90 days after start, respectively
- Crisis Prevention Intervention Training (CPI) preferred
Unit & Patient Information
- Unit: Behavioral Health Unit, 3rd Floor
- Number of Beds: 16
- Patient Ratios: 1 nurse to 4 patients
- Patient Population: Adult
- Common Diagnoses:
- Depression
- Bipolar Disorder
- Schizophrenia
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Personality Disorders
- Dual Diagnosis (primary mental health)
- Equipment & Systems:
- Vitals Machine
- EMAR (Electronic Medication Administration Record)
- Omnicell
- EHR: Med Host
Additional Information
- Start Time: Candidates must start within 7-10 days after offer
- Orientation: Weekly orientations available
- Travel Distance: Must be greater than 60 miles from facility to qualify as travel
- Dress Code: Scrubs required (non-specific color)
- Personality Fit: Adaptable to behavioral health environment and patient needs
Prior Travel Experience
- No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned
This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic behavioral health setting with a supportive team and a variety of adult mental health cases.
Employer
LifePoint
Response timewithin an hour
Travel jobs$1,152–3,533/week
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About Elko, NV
As a Travel Psychiatric Nurse in Elko, NV here's what you should know:Cost of Living
- The cost of living in Elko, NV is slightly higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
- Wages may be higher to compensate for the increased cost of living.
Weather
- In summer, average highs are around 88°F, and average lows are around 50°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 39°F, and average lows are around 16°F.
Furnished Housing
- Short term rentals may be limited, but furnished housing options are available.
- It's advisable to start the search early to secure suitable accommodations.
Transportation
- Elko is car-friendly with ample parking and minimal traffic congestion.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
Demographics
- Elko has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dry climate.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
- Elko offers a variety of restaurants serving local and international cuisine.
- The area has a thriving arts community with galleries and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, skiing, and snowboarding in the nearby Ruby Mountains.
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