Registered Nurse - Psychiatric at Veterans Engineering

Charleston, South Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Mental Health Assessments, Medication Administration, Crisis Intervention, Clinical Documentation, Collaboration, Oncology Nursing Standards, IV Therapy, Venous Access Devices, Infusion Pumps, Emergency Response, Communication Skills, Infection Control, Patient Safety, HIPAA Compliance, Team Collaboration

Industry

Information Technology & Services

Description

Veterans Engineering is looking for dedicated Registered Nurses specializing in psychiatric care to join our team. In this role, you will provide compassionate and informed care to patients experiencing mental health challenges. The ideal candidates should be comfortable working in various settings, including inpatient and outpatient facilities, and be prepared to engage in therapeutic relationships with patients. Responsibilities Provide direct nursing care to patients in an inpatient psychiatric unit Conduct mental health assessments and monitor patient status Administer medications and therapeutic interventions as prescribed Support crisis intervention, de-escalation, and safety protocols Document care and treatment plans in VA electronic health records Collaborate with psychiatrists, psychologists, and interdisciplinary care teams Active RN license in the state of practice Bachelor's degree Minimum 2 years of direct patient care experience within the last 3 years Ability to safely administer chemotherapy and immunotherapy in an infusion clinic setting Competency in oncology nursing standards, including monitoring, managing, and responding to infusion reactions Strong patient assessment skills, including pre-treatment screening and post-infusion monitoring Ability to follow physician orders, oncology protocols, and VA clinical guidelines Proficient in medication administration, IV therapy, venous access devices, and infusion pumps Ability to recognize and respond to emergencies, including adverse drug reactions and anaphylaxis Accurate and timely clinical documentation in electronic health record systems Strong communication skills to educate patients and coordinate care with providers and clinical staff Ability to work independently while maintaining collaboration within an interdisciplinary team Adherence to infection control, patient safety, HIPAA, and VA compliance standards Travel Requirement Travel to client locations is required for this position and may vary based on project needs. EEO Statement Veterans Engineering is committed to fostering a workplace rooted in excellence, integrity, and equal opportunity for all. We adhere to merit-based hiring practices, ensuring that all employment decisions are made based on qualifications, skills, and ability to perform the job, without preference or consideration of factors unrelated to job performance. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Veterans Engineering complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. We are proud to support our nation’s veterans and military families, providing career opportunities that honor their service and experience. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled U.S. Work Authorization Due to federal contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this position. This position supports a federal government contract and requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability Determination, depending on the agency’s background investigation requirements.

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse will provide direct nursing care to patients in an inpatient psychiatric unit and conduct mental health assessments while monitoring patient status. They will also collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams and document care in electronic health records.