RN / Registered Nurse Job in East Providence, Rhode Island / Travel

Psychiatric Nurse
Rhode Island
Length of Assignment: 3 months
Shift: Any
Currently looking for a Psychiatric Nurse (RN) in Rhode Island to provide behavioral therapy to patients with psychiatric disorders. The ideal candidate will hold a valid RN license and possess 2 years experience as a Psych Nurse.
Responsibilities of the Psychiatric Nurse
Assess patients and diagnose mental illness
Order diagnostic tests and interpret test results.
Order any necessary procedures and/or medications, therapies.
Order any necessary procedures and/or medications, therapies.
Educate patients and their families about their illnesses
Teach strategies for dealing with the challenges arising from mental disorders.
Provide individualized patient management plans.
Comply with procedures, policies, protocols and regulations.
Perform all other nursing duties as needed.
Requirements of the Psychiatric Nurse
Valid RN license
2 years experience as a Psych Nurse
Current BLS; additional certification may be required per facility