RN - Psych - Travel - Buffalo, NY - $62 to $70 per hour - TravelNurseSource

TravelNurseSource is working with Cogent Workforce Solutions Inc to find a qualified Psych RN in Buffalo, New York, 14201!

Pay Information
$62 to $70 per hour

About The Position

Pay Rate: $62/hr - $70/hr || Location: Rochester, NY || Contract Duration: 13 Weeks || Shift: D/E/N Rotational; 3x12s

Job Duties:

• Conduct intake assessments through interviews with patients and their relatives to gather comprehensive case history.
• Plan and provide nursing care tailored to individual patient needs.
• Make nursing diagnoses regarding the medical and emotional status of patients and recommend appropriate treatment options.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists and other behavioral health staff to design effective treatment plans for clients.
• Administer psychotropic medications and monitor patient reactions.
• Arrange for further medical attention as necessary.
• Assist clients in understanding their emotional disturbances and the importance of accepting treatment.
• Help maintain a safe and secure environment for both staff and patients.
• Monitor vital signs and ensure proper pain management.
• Document all patient information accurately on medical charts, following physician’s orders.
• Uphold patient confidentiality at all times.
• Maintain accurate records of patient treatments, immunizations, and laboratory results according to standard medical recordkeeping practices.
• Perform administrative tasks, including filing, answering phones, typing, and completing progress notes in the computer system.
• Provide courteous, high-quality service to patients and the public by responding to requests for assistance or making appropriate referrals.

Requirements:

• Current NY State Nursing License (Required).
• BLS Certification (AHA) (Required).
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience.
• Experience in telemetry nursing.
• Experience in Psych ED or Psych Unit.

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Job Requirements

• Current NY State Nursing License (Required).
• BLS Certification (AHA) (Required).
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience.
• Experience in telemetry nursing.
• Experience in Psych ED or Psych Unit.

Benefits

None

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