Job Description:

Join this rewarding pediatric psychiatric nursing contract where you'll provide essential mental health support to youth aged 5-18 and adults 18 and older. This role offers a chance to work in a secure, stand-alone inpatient facility with no patient care responsibilities but a focus on psychiatric stabilization, medication management, and group facilitation. Expect to float between pediatric and adult units, bringing flexibility and a dash of variety to your shift. This assignment is perfect for nurses who thrive on complex cases like depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and eating disorders, all within a structured and supportive environment that encourages collaboration and professional growth.

Weather:

Expect generally cool to cold weather around this time of year, with potential for snowy conditions, especially during winter months. Temperatures can range from brisk days to chilly evenings, typical for Maine’s climate, making layers your best friend.

Fun Things To Do:

• Acadia National Park: Explore the stunning coastal scenery, scenic drives, and hiking trails in this iconic national park.
• Baxter State Park: Embark on outdoor adventures like hiking or wildlife observing in this expansive natural preserve.
• Island Hopping: Take a ferry to Mount Desert Island or Swan’s Island for beautiful beaches and charming villages.
• Downtown Bangor: Enjoy local shops, art galleries, and waterfront dining in the city’s vibrant downtown.
• Fort Knox State Historic Site: Discover this well-preserved 19th-century fortress offering panoramic views and history lessons.

Job Specifics:

Location: Bangor, Maine
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Schedule: 36 hours per week, every other weekend, holiday rotation, with flexible shift sign-up and some floating between pediatric and adult units

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits including life insurance, accident, etc.
• Referral Program
• Housing Options
• Continuing Education Program
• 401(k)
• License and Certificate Reimbursement
• Paid Bereavement Leave