Travel Nurse RN - Psych - $1,400 per week in Lancaster, OH

TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Psych RN in Lancaster, Ohio, 43130!

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) Profession: Registered Nurse (RN General, Dialysis, Mental Health) Specialty: Staff Augmentation Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Evening Hours per Shift: 10 hours (2:00 PM - 12:00 AM) Experience: Minimum years of experience required License: Current state nursing license Certifications: PALS/CPR certification Must-Have: Must be available any day of the week and work some weekends. Description: Provides professional nursing care to patients in a correctional facility. Observes, assesses, and records symptoms, reactions, and progress of patients. Makes nursing rounds and takes and records vital signs. Prepares and administers prescribed medications and treatment plans. Monitors patients in various states of constraint on a timely basis. Provides immediate medical attention to emergencies. Administers first aid and arranges transportation to the hospital if necessary. Contacts a physician when needed and counsels patients regarding medical referrals. Participates in staff development and education. Reviews care plans written by staff and trains or orients new employees. Responsible for all health care needs of assigned patients. Organizes and oversees emergency response teams. Directs health care staff assigned to the area. Acts as the lead worker in charge of the assigned shift in the absence of higher-level staff. Performs clerical tasks such as documenting medications and treatments. Completes required reports including incident and accident reports. Orders supplies and equipment as necessary. Maintains an inventory of controlled drugs, medications, and equipment. Arranges for outpatient clinic appointments and medical examinations. Performs administrative tasks and serves as a liaison within the organization. Conducts or attends meetings and serves as an instructor on occasion. Serves as a member or leader of problem-solving teams or groups. Must comply with facility security protocols and regulations. No personal items, cell phones, or prohibited items are allowed on premises. Food and drink must be in clear, see-through containers.