Psychiatric Registered Nurse | Birmingham, Alabama

Advance your career as a skilled Registered Nurse with a focus on psychiatric care. This contract opportunity calls for dedicated professionals experienced in behavioral health settings to deliver high-quality care to individuals facing mental health challenges.

Key Qualifications:

• Current, unrestricted RN license
• Recent experience in psychiatric or behavioral health nursing (inpatient or outpatient)
• Strong understanding of crisis intervention, de-escalation techniques, and mental health diagnoses
• Proficient in developing and implementing patient care plans
• Excellent communication, assessment, and documentation skills
• Ability to work compassionately with diverse populations, including patients with severe mental illness and co-occurring disorders
• Current BLS certification

Schedule:

• Contract position; specific hours and shift details provided during interview process

Primary Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and ongoing evaluations for psychiatric patients
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor effects, documenting progress and side effects
• Collaborate closely with psychiatrists, therapists, case managers, and multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans
• Provide patient and family education on diagnosis, treatment plans, and coping strategies
• Use therapeutic communication and interventions to manage acute psychiatric episodes and promote emotional stability
• Maintain a safe environment by identifying and addressing behavioral or medical emergencies promptly

Benefits:

• Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of patients with mental health needs
• Exposure to a welcoming, collaborative clinical team
• Professional growth through hands-on experience in a dynamic setting

If you are a compassionate RN with psychiatric nursing expertise, apply today to take the next step in providing impactful mental health care. Your expertise is needed to support patients on their journey toward wellness. Submit your application now to learn more and discuss your fit for this rewarding contract role.

$1,806 - $1,904/Week Estimated weekly earnings represent hourly wages, based on 40 hours per week, and expense reimbursement for eligible candidates. The actual amount may vary based on hours worked, eligibility for reimbursements, and seasonal adjustments.

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.