Travel Nurse RN - Behavioral Health in Tuscaloosa, AL

Registered Nurse (RN) | Behavioral Health Location: Tuscaloosa, AL Agency: Adelphi Healthcare Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with Adelphi Healthcare to find a qualified Behavioral Health RN in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, 35401!

Adelphi is seeking Registered Nurses (RNs) to provide temporary nursing services at a facility in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. The ideal candidate will provide onsite inpatient nursing care, including medication administration, treatment support, documentation, order transcription, and psychiatric/medical emergency response.

Job Quick Facts
• Ref#: BD-1415-01
• Profession: Registered Nurse
• Specialty: Temporary Nursing Personnel / Behavioral Health Nursing
• Location: Tuscaloosa, Alabama
• Facility Type: Inpatient behavioral health setting
• Job Type: Contract
• Start Date: Anticipated October 1, pending award and assignment confirmation
• Schedule: Minimum of 32 hours and up to 40 hours per week
• Weekend Requirement: Minimum of one scheduled weekend per month
• Holiday Requirement: One major holiday from January–June and one major holiday from July–December
• Compensation : $35–$40/hr

Requirements
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Active State of Alabama Registered Nurse license.
• Minimum of one year of verifiable nursing experience as a Registered Nurse.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification from a certified instructor, with written proof available.
• Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques in professional nursing.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written orders and instructions in exact detail.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and charts.
• Must be available to report for assignment within 48 hours of request, as needed.
• Must be able to complete facility-specific orientation and ongoing training.
• Must complete license verification, background check, and drug screening.
• Must complete TB screening, flu vaccine verification/declination, and confidentiality requirements.

Responsibilities
• Provide nursing care to inpatient behavioral health clients.
• Supervise, monitor, and assist in the delivery of patient care.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards and facility procedures.
• Assist with treatment implementation and patient care assignments.
• Complete chart documentation and maintain accurate patient records.
• Transcribe and follow provider orders as required.
• Respond to psychiatric and medical emergencies according to facility procedures.
• Support patient care in designated observation areas and other assigned areas of the facility.
• Follow applicable nursing standards of care, Joint Commission, Medicare, and Medicaid standards.
• Participate in facility-specific orientation and ongoing training.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with all facility policies and procedures.
• Wear required uniform and picture identification while on assignment.
• Maintain reliable attendance and work assigned shifts, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Participate in performance review, quality assurance, and compliance activities as required.

About Adelphi Healthcare

Adelphi Healthcare, a division of Adelphi Staffing, is a healthcare staffing and recruitment firm that connects hospitals, clinics, and healthcare organizations across the United States with highly qualified professionals. The company provides flexible workforce solutions, including travel nursing, allied health staffing, per diem coverage, and permanent placements. Adelphi Healthcare focuses on delivering tailored staffing strategies that meet the evolving needs of both healthcare providers and clinicians, ensuring quality care and operational efficiency.

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