Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric

Company: American Consultants
Location: Lewiston
Posted on: March 20, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description American Consultants is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric for a travel nursing job in Lewiston, Maine. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Psychiatric - Discipline: RN - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours, nights - Employment Type: Travel Travel RN – Psychiatric ER – Lewiston, ME 13 Weeks | Night Shift | 36 hrs/week Pay Package: - Taxable: $35/hr - Stipend: $1,246/week - Total Gross: $2,506/week Unit Overview: Join the Emergency Psychiatric Services Department at one of New England’s most comprehensive behavioral health facilities. The Crisis Psychiatric Unit provides care to patients ages 5 and up with acute psychiatric needs, including major depression, bipolar disorder, adjustment disorders, psychotic disorders, and patients seeking detox services. Some patients may also have concurrent medical needs. Role Highlights: - Provide direct and indirect patient care using the nursing process - Develop and update individualized, interdisciplinary care plans - Evaluate patient outcomes and identify appropriate resources - Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary behavioral health team - Manage high?acuity psychiatric emergencies in a fast?paced setting ? Requirements: - Active Maine RN license - Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required - BLS certification required - CPI certification must be current prior to start - 1 year of mental health nursing experience (required) ? Skills Needed: - Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication - Excellent teamwork and collaboration - Ability to manage stress and make decisions under pressure - Flexibility to support 24/7 patient care needs ?? Schedule: - Nights - 36 hours/week - 13?week assignment Why Travelers Choose This Assignment: ? Specialized psychiatric ER experience ? Mission?driven facility focused on recovery and hope ? Strong behavioral health team environment ? Valuable resume?building opportunity About American Consultants Since 1989, American Consultants has been the leader in national healthcare staffing and consulting services. We have successfully placed thousands of healthcare professionals in executive, clinical, laboratory, financial, consulting, and HIT roles across the country. We specialize in Healthcare Search and Staffing, IT Staffing and Solutions, and Executive Search and Interim Services. American Consultants takes a consultative approach to help our clients solve their talent acquisition and HIT challenges. We are truly the healthcare people. Benefits - Medical benefits - Dental benefits - Life insurance - Weekly pay - License and certification reimbursement - Holiday Pay - 401k retirement plan - Referral bonus

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