RN - Psych

Details

Client Name
URMC Strong Memorial Hospital
Job Type
Travel
Offering
Nursing
Profession
RN
Specialty
Psych
Job ID
18973554
Job Title
RN - Psych
Weekly Pay
$1987.0

Shift Details

Shift
3x12 Flex
Scheduled Hours
36

Job Order Details

Start Date
09/14/2026
End Date
01/09/2027
Duration
17 Week(s)

Job Description

Job Title

SMH Level 1 RN Psych ER

City/State: Rochester, New York

Shift: D/N rotational position

Contract Length: 48 weeks

Start Date: 09/14/2026

Job Description:

Conducts intake assessments through interviews with patients and relatives to gather case history. Plans and provides nursing care for patients. Makes nursing diagnosis of the medical and emotional status of patients and recommends treatment options. Consults with psychiatrists and other behavioral health staff in designing appropriate treatment plans for clients. Administers and notes reactions to psychotropic drugs and other medications. Arranges further medical attention when necessary. Assists the client in understanding the nature of emotional disturbances and accepting the need for treatment. Assists in maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff and patients. Tests for vital signs of pain and ensures treatments of pain. Documents all patient information on medical charts and follows physician's written orders. Maintains patient confidentiality. Maintains accurate records and documentation of patient treatments, immunizations, and laboratory results according to standard medical recordkeeping. Performs administrative assignments such as filing, answering phones, typing, and completing progress notes in the computer system. Provides courteous, high-quality service to patients and members of the public by personally responding to requests for service or making appropriate referral.

Responsibilities:

• Conducts intake assessments with patients and relatives.
• Plans and provides nursing care.
• Makes nursing diagnosis and recommends treatment options.
• Consults with psychiatrists for treatment plans.
• Administers psychotropic drugs and notes reactions.
• Arranges further medical attention when necessary.
• Assists clients in understanding emotional disturbances.
• Maintains a safe and secure environment.
• Tests and treats pain.
• Documents patient information and follows orders.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and records.
• Performs administrative tasks and provides service.

Requirements:

• NY License ONLY
• BLS Certification (AHA) ONLY
• Telemetry
• Minimum 2 years experience

Client Details

Address
601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY 14642
City
Rochester
State
NY
Zip Code
14642