Registered Nurse Psychiatric

Job DescriptionThis position is contingent upon awardInternational Health and Medical Services is looking for an experienced Psychiatric Registered Nurse toprovide comprehensive nursing care to patients, including performing assessments, administeringmedications, and managing chronic and acute health conditions. This role involves collaborating with thehealthcare team to ensure the delivery of effective medical services while maintaining adherence to safety,security, and regulatory standards within the facility.Key Responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive psychiatric and mental status assessments.Perform detailed mental health evaluations, including suicide and violence risk assessments,behavioral observations, and cognitive status examinations.Develop and implement individualized psychiatric care plansCreate, update, and manage treatment plans focused on mental health diagnoses, therapeutic goals, and behavioral interventions in collaboration with psychiatrists and the interdisciplinary team.Administer and monitor psychotropic medicationsSafely administer psychiatric medications (e.g., antipsychotics, mood stabilizers, antidepressants), monitor for therapeutic effects and adverse reactions, and provide patient education on medication adherence.Provide therapeutic communication and crisis interventionUse evidence-based therapeutic communication techniques to de-escalate crises, manage aggressive or self-harm behaviors, and support patients during acute psychiatric episodes.Coordinate and participate in behavioral health treatment activitiesFacilitate or support group therapy sessions, psychoeducation, and behavioral modification programs while documenting patient progress and response to treatment.Provide intake screening and physical exams to identify conditions requiring referral or treatment, care for common acute problems via nursing guidelines.Perform nursing rounds for patients in infirmary care and segregated housing.Provide direct care to patients within discipline Scope of Practice and performs functions in accordance with current accepted practice, licensure, certification, credentialing andcompetencies.Perform sick call, assess and treat acute problems using nursing protocols and referring patients to an advanced practice provider, physician, behavioral health provider, or dentist as appropriate.Perform physical examinations using established tools for gathering subjective and objective data, referring patients to a medical provider, dental provider, or behavioral health provers as appropriate.Provides clinical supervision to Licensed Vocational Practical Nurses and unlicensed assistive personnel.Administer medications as ordered. Medications may be given via the oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, intravenous, topical, ophthalmic, and other enteral and parenteral routes.Perform pre-screening and intake screening of patients newly arrived at the facility. Uses established intake tools for gathering subjective and objective data, referring abnormal findings or responses to a medical provider, dental provider or behavioral health provers as appropriate.Performs various treatments such as wound care, vital sign checks, electrocardiograms, as ordered by a medical provider, dental provider, behavioral health provider, or registered nurse.Collect laboratory specimens and perform point-of-care testing or prepare specimens for laboratory processing. Take appropriate action on lab results received.Respond to medical emergencies and render emergency care to stabilize patient and prevent deterioration. Transfers patient to appropriate level of care.Participate in involuntary, court-ordered care.Properly use equipment, materials and supplies in simple diagnostic and treatment procedures.Work in a multi-cultural and multi-lingual environment.Utilize telephonic interpreter translation services to complete assigned duties if not fluent in a language the patient understands.Adapt to sudden changes in schedules and flexibility in work requirements.Communicate proficiently in English (verbal and written) in order to develop positive rapport with patients, co-workers and other stakeholders.Establish and maintain positive working relationships in a multidisciplinary environment. Navigate an electronic work environment including electronic health records, web-based training and communications.Moderate proficiency in, common Microsoft Office programs, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and SharePoint.Have knowledge of regulations (HIPAA/Privacy Act) regarding the confidentiality of patient medical records and information as well as Personally Identifiable Information (PII).Demonstrate cultural sensitivity in all communications with coworkers and clients, fostering an inclusive and respectful work environment that values diversity.Complete required organizational compliance education, including assigned requirements that are client-specified, for Joint Commission Healthcare Staffing Services certification or other regulatory bodies. This list is non-exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake additional duties that are not specifically listed above. Qualifications: QualificationsBasic Requirements / Certifications: Current, full, active, and unrestricted Registered Nurse license in a U.S. State, territory or commonwealth, or the District of Columbia.Able to obtain licensure in the state where services are performed if required.Minimum one year of professional psychiatric experience as a licensed registered nurse in a hospital, medical office or residential setting.Board Certification in Psychiatric Nursing by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) within 2 years of hire.Experience in a detention/correctional healthcare setting preferred.Basic Life Support (BLS) certified through American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross.Employees shall have at least one year of general experience that demonstrates the following: The ability to greet and deal tactfully with the public.Capability of understanding and applying written and verbal orders, rules, and regulations. All personnel shall be literate and be able to interpret printed rules and regulations, detailed written orders, training instructions and materials, and must be able to compose reports.Good judgment, courage, alertness, an even temperament, and render satisfactory performance through knowledge of his/her position responsibilities.Ability to maintain poise and self-control during situations that involve mental stress, such as fires, explosions, civil disturbances, and building evacuations. Education Required: Graduate from an associate, baccalaureate, or graduate nursing program for Registered Nurses located in a State, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. territory accredited by The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).In cases of graduates of foreign schools of professional nursing, possession of a current, full, active and unrestricted registration will meet the requirement of graduation from an approved school of professional nursing.Bachelor's degree in nursing. Attributes and Professional Qualities: Strong oral and written communication skills.Excellent interpersonal skills.Critical thinking skills.Cultural competency.Integrity and honesty.Verbal and written proficiency in Spanish (preferred, not required).Experience in a detention/correctional or residential healthcare setting (preferred, not required). Physical Requirements: Required to walk unaided at a normal pace for up to 5 minutes and maintain balance.Required to jog/fast walk up to ¼ mile.Requires physical exertion such as lifting objects greater than 30 pounds.Required to perform CPR/emergency care standing or kneeling.Must have the ability to assist sick, injured, or aging patients or staff exiting the building (may require lifting, dragging, wheeling, or carrying someone who weighs significantly more than self).Must be able to see, hear and smell with aids if necessary.Must be able to lift, push, or carry 30 pounds.Must perform the duties of my job in a stressful and often austere environment without physical limitations.Sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time.Average manual dexterity for computer operation.Phone or computer use for extended periods of time. Other Special Qualifications: Must maintain current/physical residency in the continental U.S.Pass a medical examination conducted by a licensed physician within 30 days prior to initial assignment.U.S. citizen and have resided in the U.S. for the last five years (unless abroad on official U.S. government duty).Successfully engage in and complete a thorough Background Investigation.Poses or have ability to obtain required security clearances.Proficiency in Spanish is preferred. Additional InformationPay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data.Benefits – Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan paid time off and an annual bonus. International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage lawsInternational SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with the applicable federal, state and local laws.

Created: 2026-03-05