Travel Nurse RN - Behavioral Health
Rochester, NY
ARMStaffing
3x12 hrs, Flexible

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

3x12.0 rotating schedule including day, evening, and night shifts. Will include holidays and on-call/callback duties.

Job Description

The Level 1 Registered Nurse in the Psychiatric Emergency Room is responsible for delivering high-quality nursing care to patients with psychiatric emergencies. The role involves conducting intake assessments, planning and providing nursing care, and consulting with psychiatrists on treatment plans. The RN will administer medications, document patient information, and maintain patient confidentiality while ensuring a safe environment for both staff and patients.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake assessments through interviews with patients and relatives to gather case history.
• Plan and provide nursing care for patients based on assessments.
• Make nursing diagnoses of the medical and emotional status of patients and recommend treatment options.
• Consult with psychiatrists and other behavioral health staff to design appropriate treatment plans.
• Administer psychotropic drugs and other medications, noting patient reactions.
• Arrange further medical attention when necessary.
• Assist clients in understanding their emotional disturbances and the need for treatment.
• Maintain a safe and secure environment for staff and patients.
• Document all patient information on medical charts and follow physician's orders.
• Perform administrative tasks including filing and completing progress notes in the computer system.
• Provide high-quality service to patients and respond to service requests appropriately.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• New York RN License required.
• BLS Certification from the American Heart Association required.
• Minimum of two years of experience in a relevant setting required.
• CPI certification required.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!