Job Title: Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN)
Location: Woodsville, NH
Job Type: Contract
Shift: Vairable [3X12]
We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) to provide specialized care to patients with mental health and behavioral conditions. This role involves direct patient care, crisis intervention, medication administration, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive psychiatric care in an inpatient or outpatient setting.
Conduct mental health assessments and monitor behavioral health conditions
Administer medications and monitor patients for side effects or reactions
Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care plans
Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques as needed
Collaborate with psychiatrists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in patient medical records
Educate patients and families about mental health conditions and treatment options
Ensure a safe and therapeutic environment for all patients
Active RN license in the state of New Hampshire (or compact license)
BLS Certification (American Heart Association)
Minimum of 1 year of psychiatric or behavioral health nursing experience
Strong knowledge of psychiatric medications, de-escalation techniques, and therapeutic communication
Ability to manage complex clinical situations and maintain patient safety
CPI certification or similar crisis prevention/intervention training
Experience in inpatient psychiatric or behavioral health settings
BSN preferred
Inpatient psychiatric facility or behavioral health unit
Collaborative, multidisciplinary team-based approach
May require working evenings, weekends, holidays, or rotating shifts