RN - Psych

Travel - RN - Adult Psych (656)

City/State:
Kansas City, Missouri

Shift: 19:00-07:00, Nights

Contract Length: 13 weeks

Start Date:

09/28/2026

Job Description:

Active Blue Card CPI required to submit

Responsibilities:

• Ability to assess patients' mental health status, including recognizing signs of psychiatric disorders, substance use, and behavioral problems. This involves taking thorough patient histories, observing behavior, and using diagnostic tools.
• Developing individualized care plans based on the needs of patients with mental health and behavioral issues. This includes setting goals, implementing interventions, and evaluating outcomes.
• Administering psychiatric medications and monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions. Knowledge of psychotropic medications.
• Providing immediate, short-term support to patients in crisis (e.g., suicidal ideation, aggression). This includes de-escalation techniques and appropriate medication management.
• Building trust and rapport with patients through effective communication skills, active listening, and empathy.
• Monitoring patients for physical and psychological symptoms, including vital signs, mental status changes, and medication effects.

Requirements:

• Certifications:
  
  BLS and CPI
• Crisis Intervention skills are necessary.

Client Details Address 2323 East 63 Street City Kansas City State MO Zip Code 64130