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RN - Psychiatric- Temp *13-week contract*

Twin County Regional Healthcare

Galax, VA
1 day ago

Job Description

RN - Psychiatric- Temp *13-week contract* at Twin County Regional Healthcare summary:

The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Psychiatric unit provides nursing care to patients at The Center for Behavioral Health in a 13-week temporary contract role. Responsibilities include patient assessment, care planning, implementation, and evaluation while maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment. The position requires an active RN license, BLS certification, and preferably experience in behavioral health with optional ACLS, PALS, and ASLS certifications.

Description:

Twin County Regional Hospital

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Twin County Regional Hospital is a 141-bed facility that includes acute care, ambulatory care, and emergency services. We offer a wide range of health care services, including emergency medicine, heart care, maternity care, sleep medicine, surgical services, and many more.

Where We Are:

In the heart of the Blue Ridge Plateau, in the middle of Virginia's famous Crooked Road, Carroll County is known for scenic mountain vistas plus hiking, fishing, golfing, canoeing, bird-watching, mountain music and annual festivals. We offer a wide range of outdoor activities, festivals, music, heritage, and arts and crafts. Music is a central theme in this area's history. The Crooked Road, Virginia's Heritage Music Trail, runs through the middle of Carroll County.

Why Choose Us:

  • Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
  • Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
  • Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
  • Tuition Reimbursement and Loan Assistance for qualified applicants
  • Discounts with local vendors
  • And much more€¦

Position Summary:

The Registered Nurse is responsible for assessment, planning, implementing, and evaluating the nursing care for patients admitted to The Center for Behavioral Health. Responsible to assist in maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment.

Training and Continued Education

Opportunities for further education and training are available to our employees.

Minimum Education

  • Graduation from a school of nursing as a registered nurse required.

Required Licenses

  • Current RN license required.
  • One year experience in a Medical/Surgical or Behavioral Health unit preferred.
  • BLS required before completion of orientation period.
  • ACLS, PALS, and ASLS preferred.

**This is a temporary 13-week position**

Qualifications:

**See Above**

Keywords:

psychiatric nursing, behavioral health, patient care, registered nurse, emergency nursing, mental health nursing, BLS certification, temporary nursing contract, hospital nursing, RN license