RN Behavioral Health

Location: Rochester, New York

Job Type: Travel

Weekly Pay: $1847.80

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Varied

Start Date: 2026-03-16

Shifts Per Week: 3

Scheduled Hours: 36

Job Id: 36007630

Job Description

Level 1 RN Psych ER

Location

New York

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

3x12.0 Rotating Schedule, including Days, Evenings, Nights, Holidays, On-Call, Callback, and Charge per Unit as needed.

Job Description

The Level 1 RN for the Psych ER is responsible for providing high-quality nursing care to patients experiencing psychiatric emergencies. This role involves conducting intake assessments, planning and delivering nursing care, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to create effective treatment plans.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct intake assessments through interviews with patients and relatives to gather case history.
  • Plan and provide nursing care for patients while making nursing diagnoses of their medical and emotional status.
  • Consult with psychiatrists and behavioral health staff to design treatment plans.
  • Administer psychotropic drugs and document reactions appropriately.
  • Assist clients in understanding emotional disturbances and the need for treatment.
  • Maintain a safe and secure environment for staff and patients.
  • Document all patient information accurately and maintain confidentiality.
  • Perform administrative tasks as necessary, such as filing and completing progress notes.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

  • Valid NY RN License.
  • BLS Certification (American Heart Association).
  • A minimum of 2 years of experience in psychiatric nursing.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

  • Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
  • Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
  • Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
  • 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
  • Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
  • Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

  • SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
  • SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
  • Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
  • Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
  • We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!

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