Psych Nurse (RN) in Bellows Falls, VT
Job Description
Job Description
Nursing degree, active registered nurse (RN) license and minimum 1+ years RN experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.
Providing specialized nursing care in an adult forensic and intensive psychiatric unit requires expertise and dedication. This role involves working closely with a multidisciplinary team to address complex patient needs in a therapeutic and safe environment. The position supports a Co-Occurring Disorders Inpatient Treatment Program dedicated to helping individuals manage both psychiatric conditions and substance use disorders through comprehensive care and education.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver complex nursing care using the nursing process tailored to patients with co-occurring psychiatric and substance use disorders.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to plan and implement individualized and group interventions.
- Provide clinical supervision to Mental Health Workers, ensuring safe and effective care delivery.
- Participate in medically assisted drug and alcohol withdrawal and stabilization efforts.
- Support patients recovery and ongoing sobriety through therapeutic activities and education.
Qualifications and Desired Experience:
- Current RN license with psychiatric nursing experience.
- Proven ability to handle adult forensic and intensive care psychiatric patients.
- Strong understanding of co-occurring disorders, including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and substance use disorders.
- Experience supervising clinical staff or Mental Health Workers is preferred.
- Availability to start on the required date without exception.
Location Overview:Bellows Falls, VT, offers a picturesque New England setting characterized by charming historic architecture and vibrant community life. Residents and workers enjoy access to outdoor recreational activities, including hiking and river sports, along with a welcoming small-town atmosphere that balances tranquility with cultural events.
Additional Details:
- Job Type: Contract
- Start Date: Mandatory start on February 2
- Please be aware of blackout dates when time off is not approved.
- Candidates residing within 35 miles of the facility may experience a rate adjustmentaddress or drivers license information is required upon submission.
If you possess the clinical expertise and commitment required for this challenging psychiatric nursing role and can comply with the start date, apply now to contribute to impactful patient care in a supportive, multidisciplinary setting.
Compensation for this position ranges from $26.59 to $50.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.