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Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
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Hours: 36 hrs/wk
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Start Date: Aug 3, 2026
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Length: 13 weeks
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Openings: 1
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Psychiatric Services position in Maine, requiring at least 1 year of mental health nursing experience and current CPI certification.
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Work in an Emergency Psychiatric Services department within a hospital setting recognized as one of New England's most comprehensive behavioral healthcare facilities
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Patient population includes individuals age 5 and up with psychiatric illnesses including major depression, bipolar disorder, adjustment disorder, and psychotic disorders; some patients may also require medical care or detoxification services
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Night shift schedule: 7p–7a
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13-week contract
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Flexibility required to provide coverage 24 hours/day, 7 days/week
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Active Maine RN license (or compact equivalent) currently in hand — no licensure violations or hits on record
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Current certifications: BLS and Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)
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Minimum 1 year of mental health nursing experience required
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Associate's degree (2-year) in Nursing required
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Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
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Ability to manage stress and make sound decisions under pressure
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Responsible for developing and updating individualized, interdisciplinary care plans and evaluating patient outcomes
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Identifies and connects patients with available community and facility resources as part of the care process
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CPI training must be current prior to start
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Local candidates are welcome to apply but will receive a lower hourly rate
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Previous employees of St. Mary's are not eligible for this position
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First-time travelers are not mentioned as welcome; a minimum of 1 year of psychiatric nursing experience is required
