Travel Nurse RN - Psych - $2,053 per week in New York City, NY

Job Title: Clinical Nurse Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: Geriatric Psychiatry Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Day Hours per Shift: 11.5 hours Experience: Minimum 2 years of nursing experience, 2 years of psychiatry experience License: Client Registered Nurse License Certifications: BLS, CPI or PMCS Certification required Must-Have: Great organizational skills Description: The Clinical Nurse is a Registered Professional Nurse who provides safe and competent quality care based on nursing theory and research. The nurse delivers patient care by incorporating the principles of Relationship Centered Care. Patient care is managed through the application of the nursing process based upon theory, research, and evidence-based practice. The nurse assesses and evaluates patient care needs utilizing critical thinking skills in care management. The role requires collaboration with the interdisciplinary healthcare team. The Clinical Nurse develops, implements, and evaluates the patient care plan. Prioritization of patient care activities, including education and post-hospital care planning, is essential. Effective communication with patients, families, and the healthcare team is crucial. The nurse manages assignments and demonstrates resource allocation effectively. Patient experience is enhanced through patient-centered care practices. The ability to establish and maintain therapeutic relationships with patients and families is necessary. The nurse uses evidence-based practices to understand patients' perceptions of care. Service recovery is initiated for patients and families with concerns. The nurse demonstrates compassion, respect, and active listening. Quality and safety practices focus on efficient, patient-centered care. The nurse implements process improvement strategies aligned with institutional standards. Engagement in peer and institutional review processes is expected. Collaboration with teams to create quality improvement projects is part of the role. The nurse identifies and escalates potential safety hazards. Documentation must comply with regulatory and legal requirements. Operations include charge nurse duties and resource coordination. Professional development involves advancing clinical competence and supporting colleagues. The nurse incorporates ethical principles in decision-making. Participation in shared decision-making processes is encouraged. Continued learning and acquisition of knowledge relevant to the role and patient population are vital.