Psychiatry RN

SUMMARY:

* Job Title: Psychiatry RN
* Profession: Registered Nurse
* Specialty: RN - Psychiatry
* Job Type: Contract / Travel
* Location: Lewiston, ME
* Start Date: Jul 06, 2026
* Duration: 13 weeks
* Shift: Not Specified

REQUIREMENTS:

* Current Maine RN license required.
* Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life support (PALS) certifications are required.
* Graduate of an approved Nursing program is required.
* 1-3 years previous nursing experience working with children and adolescents preferred
* Basic Dysrhythmia is preferred or obtained before completion of orientation.
* Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training is preferred or obtained before completion of orientation.
* Responsible, supportive team player.
* Ability to work well in high-stress situations.
* 3+ years of experience

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

* The RN is an essential member of the Patient Care Team who is responsible for the delivery of direct and indirect patient care through the nursing process in all areas of the unit.
* The RN delegates those interventions that may be performed by others, supervises as appropriate, assists in maintaining a safe environment for the rendering of effective nursing care, provides education to patients, and families, and collaborates with other health professionals in the planning and management of health care.