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Behavioral Health RN
Lafayette, Indiana
Sycamore Springs

$1,929/week
Posted 3 days ago
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RN - Behavioral Health

Job Overview

  • Location: Lafayette, Indiana
  • Employment type: Travel
  • Contract length: 13 weeks
  • Shift: Day shift, 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
  • Weekly hours: 36
  • Weekend requirement: Every 3rd weekend
  • Call: No call requirements

Required Qualifications

  • Valid RN license in Indiana
  • Psychiatric (2 years of experience)
  • Psychiatric experience within the last year
  • BLS
  • HWC
  • Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing

Role Details

  • Specialty: Behavioral health / addictions
  • Patient population: Adults
  • Unit setting: Acute inpatient behavioral health/addictions hospital
  • Patient ratio: 12:1, depending on census
  • Openings: 3.5
  • The role rotates between two units within the hospital

Relevant Experience and Skills

  • Crisis intervention
  • Verbal de-escalation
  • Active listening
  • Empathetic communication
  • Accurate and thorough charting
  • Behavioral management

Additional Notes

  • Patients must be medically cleared before arrival
  • Patients with lines or tubes are excluded, except CPAP and patients needing 2L of oxygen or less
  • Most charting is paper-based
  • Orders are entered in HCS
  • Medications are pulled from a Pyxis
  • Preferred traits: critical thinker, positive team player, empathic, and kind
  • Dress code: Navy blue scrubs
  • Unacceptable attire: Hoodies

About Lafayette, IN

As a Travel Psychiatric Nurse in Lafayette, IN here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Lafayette's cost of living is 11% lower than the national average, making it more affordable.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • Average summer highs are around 84°F, while winter lows can drop to around 18°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short-term rentals are available in Lafayette and can be found with relative ease, especially near the university campus.
Transportation
  • Lafayette is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
  • Public transportation options are limited, but the city is walkable and bike-friendly.
Demographics
  • Lafayette has a diverse population due to the presence of Purdue University.
  • The age range is varied, with a significant student population.
  • Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities.
Things to Do
  • Lafayette offers a variety of restaurants, unique shops, and public art in the downtown area.
  • There are opportunities for outdoor activities in the city's parks, including the Celery Bog wetlands and Wolf Park.
  • The city also hosts cultural events, music festivals, and sports activities.
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