Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Rochester, NY
ARMStaffing
4x12 hrs, Flexible

Level 1 Registered Nurse - Psychiatric Emergency Room

Location

New York

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule / Shift

4x12.0 - Weekend Blocked, D/N rotational position, Holidays/On-Call/Callback/Charge per unit needs, 48 hours/week only.

Job Description

The Level 1 RN in the Psychiatric Emergency Room will be responsible for providing high-quality nursing care to patients experiencing psychiatric crises. The role includes conducting assessments, planning and implementing care, administering medications, and collaborating with psychiatric staff to develop treatment plans.

Responsibilities

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

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Current NY RN License.
• BLS Certification (AHA).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a psychiatric setting.
• Experience with telemetry is preferred.

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!