Travel Nurse RN - Psych - $1,909 per week in Laconia, NH

Company: Cynet Health
Location: Laconia
Posted on: July 3, 2025

Job Description:

Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Registered Nurse (RN) Specialty: Psychiatric Nursing Duration: 13 Weeks Shift: Nights Hours per Shift: 12 hours (7 PM - 7 AM); must be available on weekends Experience: Minimum 2 years of psychiatric nursing experience in an inpatient setting License: RN license Certifications: BLS, CPI (not offered on-site) Must-Have: Strong boundaries and work ethic; compassionate care for individuals struggling with substance use disorders (SUD) Description: The Registered Nurse is responsible for providing nursing care to patients. The RN supervises care treatment and services provided by LPNs, CNAs, and other staff on the assigned unit and shift. The RN develops, implements, and evaluates an individual plan of care for each patient. Assessment and re-assessment of patients are essential tasks of this role. The RN communicates appropriate information with the interdisciplinary team. Patient concerns and changes in condition must be reported to the supervisor and/or physician in a timely manner. The RN provides and coordinates care by assessing the physical and behavioral health needs of patients. They develop and implement nursing care plans, maintain medical records, and educate patients and their families about various physical and behavioral health conditions while ensuring patient safety at all times. Ongoing assessment of the patient’s status is required, and pertinent information gathered must be documented. Nursing treatment plans should be specific to assessed needs, and the initial treatment plan must be completed upon admission. The RN takes physician’s orders accurately and documents them appropriately, transcribing and reviewing physician orders as necessary. Legibility of physician orders is ensured, especially if taken verbally. The RN accurately administers medications as ordered and documents the accurate count of controlled substances. They adjust medications under provider supervision as needed and monitor lab results to validate medication compliance. Conducting psychoeducation and life skills groups is part of the RN’s responsibilities. The RN notifies the physician of significant changes in patient status, such as difficulties with detox, medical emergencies, or changes regarding response to medications. Supervision of self-administration of medications is necessary, ensuring the use of two means of patient identification. Documentation and reporting of effects of scheduled and PRN medications are essential. The RN efficiently completes admission and discharge processes as directed. They confer regularly with the treatment team regarding patient care. Participation in unit activities such as therapy groups, family meetings, staffing, and unit meetings is required. Education is provided to patients, families, and co-workers regarding medication usage and maintenance, common side effects, and patient rights. Monitoring patient acuity, census, staffing needs, and making arrangements for coverage as needed is part of the role. Thorough and accurate documentation for all patients on each shift is essential. Daily patient assignment sheets must be completed, and all tasks carried out as assigned. The RN gives thorough reports to oncoming staff, supervisors, and physicians. Providing coverage in emergency services as needed is also part of the responsibilities.

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