Travel Nurse RN - Behavioral Health - $2,119 per week - LifePoint : Job Details

LifePoint is seeking a travel nurse RN Behavioral Health for a travel nursing job in Galax, Virginia.

• Specialty: Behavioral Health
• Discipline: RN
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Title: Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Behavioral Health Location: Twin County Regional Hospital, Galax, Virginia Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM Employment Type: Travel Contract

Position Overview: Twin County Regional Hospital is seeking a compassionate and experienced Travel RN to join our Behavioral Health team. This role is ideal for a nurse who thrives in a dynamic environment and is committed to delivering high-quality psychiatric care. The RN will provide direct patient care, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and support patients through their mental health recovery journey.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver safe, effective, and patient-centered nursing care to individuals with behavioral health conditions
• Conduct assessments, develop care plans, and implement therapeutic interventions
• Administer medications and monitor for side effects or adverse reactions
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans, coping strategies, and discharge instructions
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with hospital policies
• Respond to psychiatric emergencies and de-escalate crisis situations using approved techniques
• Uphold patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations

Qualifications:

• Active RN license in the state of Virginia or compact state eligibility
• Minimum of 1 year of recent experience in behavioral health or psychiatric nursing
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and emotionally demanding environment