RN LTC

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Quick Look

ARMStaffing is looking for a Registered Nurse, Acute Psych/Detox (Night Shift) in Norristown, Pennsylvania.

Location

Norristown, PA

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule/Shift

This position requires 12-hour night shifts, with every other weekend and three out of six major holidays required.

Job Description

The Registered Nurse (RN) will work in a low-violence facility that specializes in acute psychiatric care, detoxification, and residential rehabilitation. Responsibilities include providing care for a diverse patient population, participating in admissions, administering medications, conducting assessments, and leading groups focused on medication education. The facility aims to support patients with mental health and addiction issues, often involving co-occurring disorders. The RN will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team consisting of physicians, psychiatrists, social workers, and addiction counselors.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and administer medications during scheduled med passes.
• Lead educational groups primarily focused on medication education.
• Respond to patient needs and ensure compliance with facility rules.
• Utilize restraint protocols when necessary, following established competencies.
• Collaborate effectively with the treatment team to support patient care.

Required Experience

At least 1 year of experience in a similar psychiatric setting is required, with preference given to those with residential rehabilitation experience.

Certifications/Licensure

• Active RN license.
• BLS certification.
• Completion of a crisis management course during orientation.
• IV experience is required due to the presence of IV drug abuse cases.

About ARMStaffing

Founded in 2011 and a member of the ARGroup, LLC, ARMStaffing connects dedicated nurses and allied health professionals with the facilities that need them most. As three-time winners of the Top Workplaces Award and named to SIA’s Largest Staffing Firms in the U.S., we’ve built a reputation on more than just placements — we’ve built it on relationships.

As a trusted partner to hospitals, rehab centers, and long-term care facilities across the country, we take pride in helping clinicians grow rewarding careers while supporting the organizations that rely on their skills.