Travel Nurse RN - $2,384 per week in Nashville, TN

Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health (Eating Disorders) Job Summary

Join a dedicated team at a new residential treatment facility in Nashville, Tennessee, specializing in the care of adults with eating disorders. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide compassionate nursing care in a low-acuity environment, focusing on patient support and well-being.

As a Per Diem Registered Nurse, you will play a crucial role in the daily lives of patients, ensuring their safety and comfort. Responsibilities include medication administration, patient monitoring, and contributing to a therapeutic and structured residential setting.

This facility emphasizes a supportive atmosphere for both patients and staff, making it an ideal setting for RNs seeking to make a direct impact in behavioral health.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer medications accurately and safely, adhering to facility protocols.
• Conduct routine patient assessments and monitor vital signs and overall health status.
• Document patient observations, interventions, and responses to care in a timely and thorough manner.
• Provide direct patient care and support, fostering a safe and therapeutic environment.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to ensure comprehensive patient care plans are followed.
• Respond to patient needs and emergencies in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Minimum of one year of nursing experience, preferably with an adult patient population.
• Ability to work effectively in a residential treatment facility setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in behavioral health, psychiatric nursing, or eating disorder treatment.
• Familiarity with low-acuity patient care environments.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in medication administration and management.
• Excellent therapeutic communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to demonstrate empathy, patience, and compassion.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Shift Details

• Shift Type: Per Diem, primarily 12-hour night shifts (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM).
• Days per week: Flexible, based on facility needs and RN availability.
• Call requirements: Not specified.
• Weekend rotations: Not specified.
• Contract Length: 52 weeks.
• Start Date: 2025-11-24.
• End Date: 2026-11-22.
• Orientation: 4 hours, scheduled on-site.

Licensing Requirements

• Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Tennessee.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.