Travel Nurse RN - Behavioral Health
Waco, TX
GQR Healthcare
3x16 hrs, Rotating
$1,986/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x16 hrs
- ShiftRotating
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$740/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,246/week
Description
Case Type:
- Serving teenagers between the ages of 13 through 17 experiencing emotional or behavioral difficulties
- Work involves communication skills, i.e., relaying information to other team members, physicians, nurses; data entry, documentation in EMR, completing reports, maintaining personnel records, supervisory duties, and following all facility rules/policies.
Orientation Dates: ASAP
Length: 13 weeks
Hours per week: 40 hours
- Schedule: Saturday/Sunday 7a-11pm & Monday 2-10:30pm
Facility size: Medicaid Certified 99 Bed Intermediate Care for individuals with developmental disabilities
Scrub Requirement: no color/style requirement
Parking: Provided close to the facility
Pay Cycle: Sunday-Saturday
EMR: IRIS (Cerner sub-contractor)
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team in Waco. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in mental health and behavioral care, demonstrating expertise in patient assessment, crisis intervention, and comprehensive nursing practices within diverse clinical settings. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals facing behavioral health challenges by providing high-quality, patient-centered care. The Behavioral Health RN will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized treatment plans, ensuring safety and promoting recovery.
Employer
GQR Healthcare
3 nurses recommend working with GQR Healthcare
Pros
Responsive, friendly, follows up often. Staying true to contract
Cons
None with gqr, my issues have been with the hospital scheduling
Recommends working with GQR Healthcare
GQR’s Healthcare team specializes in connecting experts within the industry to highly skilled healthcare professionals across the US market.
In the competitive healthcare market, we recognize that the industry’s common goals of improved quality of care and patient outcomes are wholly reliant upon the professionals directly supporting these initiatives. Leveraging our extensive candidate network, we deliver continuity of care for the communities our partners serve to ensure the patient experience is of the highest quality.
Through deep market specialization and a unique approach to talent acquisition, GQR Healthcare provides an unparalleled and personalized experience across all medical specialties in nursing and within diverse healthcare platforms across the industry.
About Waco, TX
As a Travel Behavioral Health Nurse in Waco, TX here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match the cost of living.
- Summer average highs of 95°F and lows of 73°F.
- Winter average highs of 58°F and lows of 36°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially near medical facilities and universities.
- Car friendly city with minimal traffic congestion.
- Limited public transportation options.
- Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to pollen.
- Growing population of travel nurses.
- Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines.
- Vibrant art and music scene with local galleries and live music venues.
- Opportunities for outdoor activities including hiking, biking, and water sports.
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