Travel Behavioral Health RN

Travel Behavioral Health RN

Company: Fusion Medical Staffing

Location: Facility in Holyoke, MA

Job Details

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Behavioral Health RN for a 13 week travel assignment in Holyoke, MA. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of patients while enjoying competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the support of a dedicated clinical team.

Required Qualifications:

One year of recent experience as a behavioral health RN

Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations

Current BLS (AHA/ARC) Certification

Preferred Qualifications:

ACLS Certifications (AHA/ARC)

CPI Certification

Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position

Summary:

Behavioral Health nurses assess, diagnose, and address the mental health needs of individuals, families, and communities. They work with individuals, families, groups, and communities to develop a nursing diagnosis and plan of care. They collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and continuously evaluate outcomes to provide compassionate, evidence-based care in mental health settings.

Essential Work Functions:

Perform comprehensive mental health assessments and document findings using evidence-based tools

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, therapists, social workers, and case managers, to develop patient-centered care plans

Provides and coordinates patient care with other health team members

Monitors patients' responses to interventions and reports outcomes and adjusting care plans as needed

Administers medications as ordered with appropriate documentation educating patients about their use, side effects, and adherence

Support patients during medical procedures relevant to mental health care, such as ECT or crisis interventions, and monitor their responses

Performs other duties as assigned within scope of practice

Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards

Advocates for patients' needs and rights, ensuring culturally sensitive and ethical care delivery

Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance psychiatric nursing practice

Educate patients and families about mental health conditions, coping strategies, and available resources

Complete accurate, timely documentation to support legal, clinical, and operational requirements

Required Essential Skills:

Critical thinking, service excellence and good interpersonal communication skills

The ability to read, write, & communicate in the English language is required

Ability to read/comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions, and proficiency in PC skills

Physical Abilities - Remain in a stationary position, move about, move equipment (50-100lbs), pushing, pulling, bending

Interpersonal Skills - To work effectively with a variety of personnel (professional and ancillary) to present a positive attitude and professionalism

Technical/Motor Skills - Ability to grasp, fine manipulation, pushing/pulling and able to move about when assisting with procedures and/or using department equipment.

Mental Requirements - Must be able to cope with frequent contact with the general public, customers, and meeting deadlines under pressure. Must be able to work under close supervision occasionally as well as working without assistance from other personnel. Must be able to contend with irregular activity schedules occasionally and continuous concentration to detail

Sensory - Visual acuity, ability to effectively communicate.

Benefits Include:

Highly competitive pay for travel professionals

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first day coverage

Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours

Life and Short-term disability offered

401(k) matching

Aggressive Refer-a-friend Bonus Program

24/7 recruiter support

Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs

Why Choose Fusion?

At Fusion Medical Staffing, our goal is to improve the lives of everyone we touch, and we're always looking for people like you to join our mission. Your passion for helping others deserves a partner just as committed to supporting you — that’s why we offer day one insurance, $0 copay for mental health services, scholarships and awards, exclusive discounts, and more. From your personal recruiter to our clinical and traveler experience teams, we’re here to guide and celebrate you along your journey. You take care of others; we take care of you.

Other Duties Disclaimer:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned. This job description is not a comprehensive list of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job and is subject to change at any time with or without notice.

*Fusion is an EOE/E-Verify Employer #pb7

Full Time