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Registered Nurse (RN) | Psych
Location: Nashville, TN
Agency: Aequor Healthcare
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: Nights
Contract Duration: 52 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with Aequor Healthcare to find a qualified Psych RN in Nashville, Tennessee, 37214!

Aequor Healthcare is a leading staffing firm recognized for its vibrant culture and commitment to community support. Since 1998, we have specialized in healthcare staffing, connecting talented professionals with opportunities across the country to ensure exceptional patient care! We are currently seeking a Registered Nurse to work at an Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital in Nashville, TN.

Assignment Details:

• Location: Nashville, TN
• Setting: Mental Health/Psychiatric
• Shift: Night Shift; 6:30p-7:30a (1 hour break)
• Schedule:

Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday

Week 2: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday

• Pay: $42.00 - $44.00 per hour; depending on experience

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate from an accredited college, university or nursing program with a degree/diploma in nursing.
• Must possess current state or compact RN licensure.
• One year of Behavioral Health/Psych experience highly preferred

Responsibilities:

• Provides nursing care and procedures according to physicians orders and nursing protocol.
• Administers medication according to the physician's orders and protocol.
• Evaluates possible side effects and the overall effectiveness of medication.
• Performs BLS (Basic Life Support), CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation), and other emergency responses.
• Participates in emergency response setting.
• Performs initial and ongoing assessments according to protocol.
• Collects patient and family health history data.
• Performs diagnostic tests on collected specimens to determine patient's health status.
• Documents patient information according to standards of care.
• Completes patient health records (electronic and paper) and medication record/sheet.
• Makes adjustments to the health care plan of care including changing the patient's goals and nursing interventions.
• Directs patient in building positive relationships and increasing self esteem.
• Teaches patients or the patient's family the skills needed to maintain physical and mental health.
• Explains tests, procedures, and results to appropriate individuals according to protocol.
• Maintains patient health files and legal record of service.
• Educates the health care plan to patient, family, individuals, groups and others as appropriate.
• Discusses the patient's comprehensive health plan with other staff to identify the patient's needs.
• Assigns job duties and activities to subordinates.

Benefits:

• Weekly Pay
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance (Medical 1st day!)
• Competitive Pay Packages
• Travel Stipends available for qualified candidates
• 401K Retirement Plan

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About Aequor Healthcare

Whether you're a seasoned healthcare professional looking for your next great adventure or just starting out and looking for you first big opportunity, Aequor has the inside track on the top jobs available in today's healthcare and clinical markets. At Aequor, our top priority is to be the best resource to help you connect with the perfect career opportunity. We are committed to delivering quality healthcare professionals to a multitude of healthcare facilities.Originally launched in 2001, we now have 15+ years of experience specializing in healthcare and clinical staffing, and are now considered to be one of the fastest growing workforce solutions companies in the industry. Aequor Travel Nursing understands that travelers are unique and we're committed to taking an individual approach to meeting their needs. We strive for the best match of talent to oppertunity, enriching our clinicians' careers. We offer extraordinary customer service. We operate with the highest level of professionalism, integrity, and respect for our clinicians and clients. We treat each person like a family member, as we like to be treated! Our goals are simple yet powerful!

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