Psychiatric Nurse (RN) - Brattleboro, Vermont

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.

An opportunity is available for an experienced registered nurse specializing in psychiatric care to provide expert nursing support in an adult forensic and intensive unit setting. This role requires someone confident and highly skilled in managing complex psychiatric cases, particularly within co-occurring disorders involving substance use and mental health conditions.

Location:
This position is located in Brattleboro, Vermont, a charming town known for its vibrant arts scene, scenic beauty, and community-oriented atmosphere. Nestled in the scenic Connecticut River Valley, Brattleboro offers a peaceful environment with access to outdoor activities, local shops, and cultural events, making it an attractive location to live and work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to assess individual and group patient care needs.
• Apply the nursing process to deliver comprehensive care for patients with complex psychiatric and co-occurring substance use disorders.
• Provide clinical supervision to Mental Health Workers to ensure safe, effective, and therapeutic care delivery.
• Support patients in a 24-hour inpatient program designed to promote healing and recovery, focusing on sobriety maintenance and psychiatric stabilization.

Qualifications / Desired Experience:

• Current and valid RN license with psychiatric nursing experience.
• Proven ability to work in high-acuity forensic or intensive psychiatric care settings.
• Expertise in co-occurring disorders treatment, including medically assisted withdrawal and stabilization.
• Strong clinical judgment and leadership skills to supervise care staff effectively.

Additional Information:

• This is a contract position.
• Immediate start is required; candidates must be available to begin on 1/5 without exceptions.
• Candidates living within 35 miles of the facility may be subject to adjusted compensation terms.

Candidates with robust psychiatric nursing skills and a commitment to high-quality patient care are encouraged to apply promptly to secure this specialized contract role. This position offers a meaningful opportunity to impact patient recovery in a supportive and focused environment. Apply now to take the next step in a challenging and rewarding psychiatric nursing career.

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.