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

Quick Look

ARMStaffing is looking for a Registered Nurse, Psych ER (D/E/N rotational position) in Rochester, New York.

Location

Rochester, NY

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule/Shift

Rotating shifts including days, evenings, and nights, with holiday, on-call, callback, and charge duties as per unit needs.

Job Description

The Registered Nurse in the Psych ER will conduct intake assessments by interviewing patients and their relatives to gather case history. This role involves planning and providing nursing care, making nursing diagnoses, and consulting with psychiatrists and behavioral health staff to design appropriate treatment plans. The RN will administer medications, monitor patient reactions, and assist clients in understanding their emotional disturbances. Additionally, maintaining a safe environment and documenting patient information on medical charts according to physician orders is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake assessments for patients and gather case history.
• Plan and provide nursing care, making nursing diagnoses, and recommend treatment options.
• Consult with psychiatrists and behavioral health staff regarding treatment plans.
• Administer medications and monitor patient reactions.
• Guide clients in understanding their emotional disturbances and the need for treatment.
• Document all patient information and maintain patient confidentiality.
• Perform administrative tasks including filing and completing progress notes.

Required Experience

• Minimum of 2 years experience in a relevant nursing role.

Certifications/Licensure

• Valid New York RN License Required.
• BLS Certification from the American Heart Association Required.

About ARMStaffing

Founded in 2011 and a member of the ARGroup, LLC, ARMStaffing connects dedicated nurses and allied health professionals with the facilities that need them most. As three-time winners of the Top Workplaces Award and named to SIA’s Largest Staffing Firms in the U.S., we’ve built a reputation on more than just placements — we’ve built it on relationships.

As a trusted partner to hospitals, rehab centers, and long-term care facilities across the country, we take pride in helping clinicians grow rewarding careers while supporting the organizations that rely on their skills.