Emergency Psych RN

Job Description:
PERMANENT ADDRESS MUST BE MORE THAN 50 MILES FROM THE HOSPITAL OR YOU WILL RECIEVE A ***/HR LOWER RATE
MUST NOT BE A PREVIOUS EMPLOYEE OF ST. MARY'S
Candidates with licensure hits will not be considered - Please do not submit
At least 1 year previous experience in mental health nursing required.
The Registered Nurse in the Emergency Psych Services department is an essential member of the patient care team, responsible for direct and indirect patient care through the nursing process in all assigned areas. In this role, the RN will be responsible for developing and periodically updating individualized, interdisciplinary plans of care, evaluating patient outcomes, and identifying available resources for patients.
St. Mary's Regional Medical Center is one of New England's most comprehensive behavioral healthcare facilities and offers a place where lives are turned around and put on a path to hope, happiness an good mental health. The Crisis Psychiatric Unit provides care to patients age 5 and up with psychiatric illnesses. Some patients may also have a need for medical care. The most frequent psychiatric diagnoses are major depression, bipolar disorder, adjustment disorder and psychotic disorders. Patients who are in need of, or requesting detoxification, also make up some clientele.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education:
2-Year Associates degree required
Valid Stat of Maine RN license
BLS Certification required
CPI training must be current prior to start
Experience:
At least 1 year previous experience in mental health nursing Required
Other Skills Required:
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills required
Excellent team player
Ability to manage stress appropriately and make decisions under pressure
Flexibility required to provide coverage 24 hours/day, 7 days/week.

Minimum Guaranteed Hours:
3