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Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric
Newark, New Jersey
Saint Michael's Medical Center

$1,436/week

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Certification details

ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
BLS - Basic Life Support
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure
State License - Copy of Professional License
State License Verification
IV Certification (LVN/LPN/Other)
Fire Card
Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB)
Sonographer - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) Certificate
Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam
Color Blind Testing Online
Competency Exam
Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam
CA Harassment Prevention Training Certificate (2 year update)

Job details

This is a 13 week - Part Time traveler position.
Registered nurses (RNs) perform basic duties that include treating patients, educating patients about mental and medical conditions, and providing advice and emotional support to patients and/or family members, running therapeutic groups, psychiatric crisis intervention, seclusion and restraint of patients.
RNs record patients medical histories and symptoms, help to perform diagnostic tests and analyze results, operate medical machinery, administer treatment and medications, and help with patient follow-up and rehabilitation.
RNs teach patients and their families how to manage their illness or injury, diet and exercise programs, and self-administration of medication and physical therapy.
Other related duties.

Job requirements

Must have current and valid State license as a Registered Nurse
BLS upon hire and maintain current
Working knowledge of Mental Health Laws and practice standards
Working knowledge of interdisciplinary treatment team process, behavioral health programming and daily nursing functions for inpatient and outpatient behavioral health units.
Working knowledge of the continuum of care for behavioral health care
Behavioral Violence Prevention within 6 months of hire and maintain current annually

Additional Details

Required - Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification
Valid Picture ID (State Driver's License, Passport, or State ID Card)
American Heart Association only. ACLS/BLS/PALS/NRP required for certain units
Proof of current license
Primary Source Verification
IV Certification (LVN/LPN)
FIRE CARD (LA City facilities only - EHMC & SOH)
MAB is required for ER and Psych
MAB required for all units

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Short Term Acute Care
147 beds
Epic Systems Corporation

ADDRESS111 Central AveNewark, NJ 07102

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About Newark, NJ

As a Travel Psychiatric Nurse in Newark, NJ here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Newark, NJ is higher than the national average.
Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.

Weather

The average high in summer is around 85°F, and the average low in winter is around 24°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available, but they may not be as easy to find compared to some other cities.

Transportation

Newark is car-friendly, but it also has a good public transportation system including buses, trains, and light rail.

Demographics

Newark is a diverse city with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include asthma and diabetes.
There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of several major hospitals.

Things to Do

There are plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, and the city has a vibrant arts and music scene.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy games at the Prudential Center.
Outdoor enthusiasts can explore parks and nearby hiking trails.

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