Travel Emergency Department RN - $2,034 per week

About the role

TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN for a Psychiatric position in Asheville, North Carolina. The assignment is 13 weeks, 36 hours per week, 12‑hour day shifts.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake assessments through interviews with patients and relatives to gather case history, and complete physical and mental health assessments
• Observe and report patient behavioral changes
• Assist patients in understanding the nature of emotional disturbances and accepting the need for treatment
• Document all patient information on medical charts and follow physician's written orders while maintaining patient confidentiality
• Plan nursing care for patients by providing nursing diagnosis of the medical and emotional status of patients and recommending treatment options
• Consult with psychiatrists and other behavioral health staff in designing appropriate treatment plans for patients
• Administer and record reactions to psychotropic drugs and other medications, arranging further medical attention when necessary
• Assist in maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff and patients
• Test for pain vital signs and ensure appropriate pain treatment is administered
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of patient treatments, immunizations and laboratory results according to standard medical recordkeeping
• Perform administrative assignments such as filing, answering phones, typing, and completing electronic progress notes

Requirements

• BLS certification
• CPI certification
• Minimum 2 years recent psychiatric nursing experience
• Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment

Skills

• Able to stand and walk for long periods of time
• Ability to carry up to 20 pounds; occasional lifting/moving of patients up to 50 pounds
• Capable of bending, leaning, and stooping without difficulty
• Excellent coping and stress‑management skills
• Ability to relate to people of all ages and backgrounds while maintaining proper patient‑clinician boundaries

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Guaranteed Hours
• Continuing Education
• 401k retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Referral bonus
• Employee assistance programs
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Benefits start day 1

Schedule

• 12‑hour day shifts
• 36 hours per week
• 13‑week assignment duration