Travel Behavioral Health Registered Nurse - $2,146 per week

LifePoint is seeking a travel nurse RN Behavioral Health for a travel nursing job in Elko, Nevada. Job Description & Requirements Specialty : Behavioral Health Discipline : RN Start Date : ASAP Duration : 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift : 12 hours, days Employment Type : Travel Position : Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Behavioral Health Location : Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital (NNRH) – Elko, NV Type : Travel Assignment Overview Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital in Elko, NV is seeking an experienced Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (RN) for a travel assignment. The RN will provide compassionate and effective care to patients with psychiatric and behavioral health needs, ensuring safety, therapeutic engagement, and adherence to treatment plans. Responsibilities Provide direct nursing care to patients in the Behavioral Health unit Conduct patient assessments, monitor progress, and document care accurately Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians Collaborate with psychiatrists, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans Support patients and families through education and therapeutic communication Respond to psychiatric emergencies and de-escalate crisis situations using appropriate interventions Ensure compliance with hospital policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements Qualifications Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Nevada (or compact license eligible) Minimum of 2 years of recent behavioral health or psychiatric nursing experience in an acute care setting Strong clinical assessment and crisis intervention skills Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork abilities BLS certification required; CPI certification preferred Experience with electronic medical records systems; Meditech experience preferred Required Education : Associates of Nursing Assignment Details Contract length : 13 weeks, with potential for extension Full-time schedule Shift : 7 : 00 AM – 7 : 00 PM Weekend and holiday coverage may be required