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Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric
Salem, Massachusetts
NSMC Salem Hospital

$2,312/week

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Massachusetts RN License
AHA BLS
Certification in De-escalation

Job details

Adult Psych RN Nights & EOW – 32 or 40hrs.
Unit Name: Epstein 5 – Adult Psych.
Brief Unit Description: 30-bed unit, adults ages 18-65. We treat patients with diverse types of mental health issues including anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, dual diagnosis patients: Detox here on the unit while treating mental health issues, and some medically acute patients (IVs, CPAPs, Wound Care, diabetic care).
Skill Sets Required: Proficient in using automatic medication dispensing system (Omni Cell); proficient in electronic health records documentation, preferably EPIC; proficient in the use of psychotropic medications and side effects; Able to assume the role of charge nurse; Able to complete admissions and discharges. Competent in the use of IV pumps. Competent in care of a diabetic patients.
Clinician to Patient Ratio: 1 RN to 7 or 8 patients.
Patient Population: Adults ages 18 to 65 years.
Bed Count: 30.
EMR (Charting System): EPIC.
Floating Required: Yes.
Rotating Shifts Required: Yes for Day Rotate. Rotation not required for Night positions.

Job requirements

Years of Experience Required: 2 years minimum of inpatient adult psych experience.
Certifications Required: Active Massachusetts RN License. AHA BLS, Certification in De-escalation.

Additional Details

AVADE training offered on-site as well as lead EKG training.
Knowledge of the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health rules and regulations.
Rights of inpatient requirements related to restraint and seclusion, legal statuses.
Knowledge of laws pertaining to guardianship, healthcare proxy (invoked vs confirmed) and court ordered Medication.

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268 beds
Epic Systems Corporation

ADDRESS81 Highland AveSalem, MA 01970

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