Job Description
Job Description
Nursing degree, active registered nurse (RN) license and minimum 1+ years RN experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.
A specialized nursing opportunity is available for an experienced Registered Nurse with a psychiatric focus, skilled in providing complex care within adult forensic and intensive unit settings. This role demands a high level of expertise and comfort in handling patients with co-occurring psychiatric and substance use disorders.
Location:This position is based in Putney, VT, offering a unique setting dedicated to comprehensive inpatient treatment. The local area provides a peaceful environment with access to outdoor activities and a welcoming community, ideal for healthcare professionals seeking a balanced lifestyle.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver nursing care utilizing the nursing process tailored to complex patient needs.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to assess and address individual and group patient requirements.
- Provide clinical supervision for Mental Health Workers to ensure safe, therapeutic care.
- Support patients through medically assisted withdrawal, stabilization, and education as part of a co-occurring disorders inpatient treatment program focused on long-term recovery.
Qualifications and Desired Experience:
- Current RN license with psychiatric nursing expertise.
- Significant experience in adult forensic or intensive psychiatric inpatient care.
- Ability to start promptly on the designated dates.
- Comfortable managing patients with complex psychiatric and substance use co-morbidities.
Job Type:
- Contract position with specific start date requirements.
The opportunity offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in a specialized clinical setting that emphasizes recovery and holistic care. Candidates ready to commit to the start dates and bring the necessary skills are encouraged to apply promptly to be considered for this vital role.
Compensation for this position ranges from $26.59 to $50.00. 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.