Job Title: Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health Duration: 13+ Weeks Contract (Extendable) Work Location: Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Shift: Day Shift | 12-Hour Shifts | 3 Days/Week | 07:00 AM - 07:30 PMKey Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments (e.g., suicide risk, aggression, mood disorders) and accurately document findings using electronic health records (EHR) systems such as Epic or Cerner.
- Administer and monitor psychotropic medications including antipsychotics and mood stabilizers, while tracking for adverse effects such as extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS) or sedation.
- Utilize de-escalation strategies such as CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) or MOAB (Management of Aggressive Behavior) to manage behavioral crises and maintain a safe environment.
- Collaborate with psychiatrists, social workers, and therapists to create and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Engage in therapeutic communication with patients experiencing mental health conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and substance use disorders.
Skills and Experience:
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in inpatient behavioral health or psychiatric units.
- Familiarity with trauma-informed care practices and safe application of restraint/seclusion protocols.
Technical Skills:
- Experience with EHR systems including Epic and Meditech for clinical documentation.
- Ability to support telepsychiatry services for virtual psychiatric consultations.
Compensation:
- Weekly Pay Range: $1900 - $2133
Certifications & Licensure:
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) License in the state of New York (NY)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA)