RN Behavioral Health

ARMStaffing is looking for RN - Behavioral Health in Lewiston, Maine

• Shift: 3x12 Days
• Unit Details: Alcohol and Addiction RN

Job Description:
As a Behavioral Health RN, you'll care for patients with psychiatric conditions, emotional disorders, and substance abuse challenges. You’ll assess mental health needs, implement individualized care plans, and support patient safety in a secure, therapeutic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess, monitor, and document patient mental health status and behaviors

• Administer medications and monitor for side effects or reactions

• Implement therapeutic interventions and de-escalation techniques

• Collaborate with psychiatrists, therapists, and multidisciplinary care teams

• Educate patients and families about diagnoses, medications, and coping strategies

• Maintain a safe environment in accordance with facility policies and state regulations

Requirements:

• Active RN license (Compact license preferred)

• BLS certification required; CPI or PMAB certification preferred

• Minimum 1 year of recent behavioral health or psychiatric nursing experience

• Strong communication, observation, and crisis management skills

• Ability to remain calm and supportive in high-stress situations

At ARMStaffing we take care of our nurses! We offer:

• Health & Retirement Benefits
  Day-1 access to extensive benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental, Life and more…
• Complimentary Onboarding
  We pay your way through onboarding including Physicals, TITERS, and everything else. A dedicated Onboard Specialist will schedule your appointments, so you can focus on patient care while we focus on helping you get started faster.
• On-Call Support
  We have on-call support 24/7, 365 days a year. Need clinical support? We have an experienced team across healthcare practices who can offer immediate direction.
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan
  After a qualifying waiting period, employees are eligible for 401k. Employees that contribute at least 5% will receive a 4% company match.
• Recruiter Matching
  When you apply with ARMS, you will be matched with a specialized recruiter based on your preferred location and specialty.
• Honestly, there's so much more... like Travel Reimbursement, Housing Allowance, Meals & Incidentals, Referral Bonuses, Completion Bonuses; it goes on.

• SIA's Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms — 2019
• SIA's Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. — 2023
• Celebrated as a Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley — 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for Health Care Staffing Services Certification

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and residency of applicant. For more details, please ask an ARMStaffing recruiter about your options!

(Ext. ID#: 285906)
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