Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Rochester, NY
ARMStaffing
3x12 hrs, Flexible

Registered Nurse - D/E/N Rotating Shift Schedule

Job Description

The Registered Nurse (RN) will conduct intake assessments, plan and provide nursing care, and consult with psychiatrists and behavioral health staff to create appropriate treatment plans for clients. This role requires administering medications, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining accurate medical records while providing high-quality service to patients and the public.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake assessments through interviews with patients and relatives to gather case history.
• Plan and provide nursing care for patients.
• Make nursing diagnoses regarding the medical and emotional status of patients and recommend treatment options.
• Consult with psychiatrists and other behavioral health staff in designing treatment plans.
• Administer medications and note patient reactions.
• Arrange further medical attention when necessary.
• Assist clients in understanding emotional disturbances and the need for treatment.
• Maintain a safe environment for staff and patients.
• Document all patient information and follow physician orders.
• Perform administrative tasks, including filing and completing progress notes.
• Provide courteous service to patients and the public.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Current RN License accepted in the State of New York.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association only.
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience.

Schedule

This position involves a D/E/N rotating shift schedule with floating, weekends, holidays, on-call, and callback responsibilities.

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

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!