Travel
Psych
Nashua, NH
Registered Nurse – Geropsychiatric Unit
Position Overview
The facility seeks a compassionate Registered Nurse for its Geropsychiatric Unit. You will provide comprehensive nursing care to older adults with mental health needs, working days (7a–7p) on a 13-week contract.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess, monitor, and document changes in patient condition; perform mental and physical assessments
- Administer medications and treatments per physician orders
- Develop and update individualized treatment plans with the multidisciplinary team
- Facilitate therapeutic activities: daily groups, education sessions, and one-on-one patient interactions
- Assist patients with activities of daily living and observe responses to care
- Coordinate discharge planning and maintain accurate admission histories
- Complete timely documentation including assessments, progress notes, and admission paperwork
- Collaborate with physicians, social services, and community health agencies
Requirements
- Valid New Hampshire RN license
- BLS certification required
- 2-year Associate degree or 3-year nursing diploma (Bachelor's preferred)
- 1+ year nursing experience preferred
- Strong communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of medical terminology
Contract Details
- 36 guaranteed hours per week
- Days: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- 13-week assignment
- Up to 16 hours of orientation is unpaid
- Facility reserves the right to cancel up to 3 shifts per 13-week contract