Travel Nurse RN - Psych - $2,467 per week in Kansas City, MO

Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: RN Specialty: Behavioral Health Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night Shift Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum 1 year License: Active Blue Card Certifications: BLS, CPI Must-Have: Crisis Intervention skills Ability to assess patients' mental health status Knowledge of psychotropic medications Experience with therapeutic communication Description: This position offers guaranteed hours and is for an RN specializing in behavioral health. Candidates will be required to cover shifts, including weekends. The unit focuses on patients with varied acuity levels, including adolescents and adults. Patient ratios will vary based on unit assignments. Responsibilities include assessing patients' mental health status, recognizing signs of psychiatric disorders, substance use, and behavioral issues. Nurses will develop individualized care plans based on patient needs. Medication management, including administering psychiatric medications and monitoring for side effects, is essential. Crisis intervention skills are required to provide immediate support to patients in crisis. Therapeutic communication to build trust and rapport with patients is a key component of the role. Monitoring patients for physical and psychological symptoms, including vital signs and medication effects, will be part of the job. Candidates must adhere to established care values and communication protocols.