Medical Solutions is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric for a travel nursing job in Albany, New York.
We’re seeking talented healthcare professionals whose adventure game is as strong as their clinical game. Those that want flexibility and high pay, we have the positions for you!
Some of the industry-leading benefits enjoyed by Medical Solutions travel nurses and travel allied healthcare professionals include:
Estimated pay package based on bill rate at time job was posted. Bill rates can change frequently and without notice. Exact pay package may vary based on guaranteed hours, distance being traveled, and customizations available for travelers.
Unit Specifics:26-bed adult (age 18+) acute inpatient psychiatric unit.No private rooms; census generally runs 16-21 patients per day, average of 90–95 admissions per month. Length of stay (LOS) approximately 6.25 days.Most common diagnoses: Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder; concurrent alcohol/substance use/abuse disorders prevalent as well.One seclusion room and restraint bed on unit.Electronic/clinical documentation system: Soarian/MAK.Paraprofessional staff: Mental Health Assistants (MHA).Expectations: Assessment and treatment of acutely decompensated psychiatric patients to include nursing assessment, medication administration, assistance with ADLs, health education, and providing a safe and therapeutic milieu/environment. Training for shift charge nurse responsibilities provided.Patient assignment load: From 0700 – 2300: 5-8 patients; from 2300 – 0700: 9-13 patients.12 hour shifts available to include every other weekend (Saturday/Sunday); expectation to work every other holiday as recognized by Albany Medical Center; will utilize block scheduling as workload needs allow.No off unit floating expected.Current BLS required.Current certification of de-escalation education (CPI, etc.).Applicant must be cleared through background check with New York State Justice Center for People with Special Needs before acceptance.Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Psychiatric Unit
At Medical Solutions, we’re people who care, helping people who care. No matter how you look at it, there’s a whole lot of care going on in our world and that’s just the way we like it. What do we do? Medical Solutions is one of the nation’s largest providers of total workforce solutions in the healthcare industry, connecting nurses and allied health clinicians with hospitals and healthcare systems across the country and around the corner. Through our family of brands, we also serve a segment of clients outside of the healthcare space. And we’re the very best at what we do. You’ll love our culture that’s filled with heart and soul. As a company and employer, we’re sincerely and unabashedly us. We lead as humans first and believe the unique qualities of each team member make us better together. We share a purpose for helping others and the drive to make a difference. And we offer endless opportunities for personal and professional growth, throughout your career. At Medical Solutions, you’ll find a great place to work and a career home. We’ve received Best Places to Work awards, landed top industry awards, and received accolades for the impact we’ve made in business and within our community. But the only way to really get to know us, is to join us. We think you’ll fit right in.
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