Travel Registered Nurse Adolescent Behavioral Health Inpatient Job
Overview
Registered Nurse – Adolescent Behavioral Health Inpatient, Lewiston, ME, start date 08/03/2026, duration 13 weeks, weekly pay $1,942–$2,033 per week, guaranteed hours 0, shift 3x12 Nights.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,942–$2,033 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 3x12 Nights
- Start date: 08/03/2026
- Scheduling note: Employer reserves the right to cancel up to 3 shifts per 13-week contract
- Candidate geography: Residence outside a 50-mile radius required
Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care to adolescents with psychiatric and behavioral health needs, using the nursing process (assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation)
- Develop and periodically update individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team; monitor outcomes and adjust as needed
- Administer prescribed medications, monitor for effects, and implement safety and crisis-intervention procedures as required
- Support patients aged 5 and up with psychiatric illnesses; some patients may require medical monitoring and coordination of medical care
- Document care accurately in the patient record; communicate effectively with patients, families, and team members; participate in rounds and discharge planning as appropriate
- Maintain a therapeutic, safe environment, manage stress and de-escalation during crises, and provide education to patients and families as part of the treatment plan
Requirements
- Education: 2-year Associate degree required
- Licensure: Valid State of Maine RN license
- Certifications: BLS Certification required; CPI training must be current prior to start
- Experience: At least 1 year of previous experience in mental health nursing
Skills
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
- Strong teamwork orientation
- Able to work in a fast-paced, high-stress setting
Work Eligibility
- Ability to provide coverage for 24/7 shifts
- Candidate must reside outside of a 50-mile radius
About the Role
Travel assignment in an inpatient behavioral health unit within a hospital setting.
Benefits and Support
- Up to 16 hours of orientation may be unpaid
- Scheduling and credentialing support through the assignment lifecycle
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PAY DISCLAIMER
Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
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