Job Description

Hi, I'm AJ I'm a National Recruitment Manager at Amergis Staffing.

I'm seeking Psych LPNs for Travel or Local Contracts in Pueblo, CO!

LPN - Psych | $1,966/wk 36+ hrs Weekly

Location: Pueblo, Colorado

Start Date: Mon 11/17 or later

Position: LPN Psychiatric - State Hospital

Schedule:

36-48 hours per week

Shifts: Days or Nights. Must be able to work any day of the week. Block schedule!

Contract Length: 24 weeks

Travel Pay Package Breakdown: Total Weekly Gross (36 hrs): $1,966/week

• Untaxed Housing Stipend: $770/week

• Untaxed Meals & Incidentals Stipend: $476/week

• Hourly Rate (Taxable): $20/hour

• Overtime Rate: $53/hour

All stipends are compliant with GSA guidelines and IRS tax-free requirements for travelers.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of acute, inpatient psych experience

• State hospital experience and CPI knowledge or training a plus

• Active Colorado LPN License or Compact License

• BLS certification through AHA

Strong communication, de-escalation, and patient observation skills

Are you a travel nurse but not interested in this location or specialty? I have plenty of other nursing opportunities available! Feel free to reach out to me at aurandol@amergis.com.

The Psychiatric or Mental/Behavioral Health LPN is responsible and accountable for the application of the nursing process and the delivery of patient care in the psychiatric unit of a hospital, mental health/behavioral health hospital, or they can be responsible for care in community settings.

The LPN must demonstrate the ability to make clinical judgments in an effective and efficient manner with the supervision of a Registered Nurse and in collaboration with the care team.

Minimum Requirements:

• Current LPN license in state of assignment

• 1 year experience in a psychiatric care setting preferred

• Current CPR if applicable

• TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)

• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. * CO Specific Benefits: Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical), Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program, Health Savings Account , 401(k), 401(k) Company Match, Profit Sharing, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Primary Caregiver Leave, Parental Leave, Life and Basic Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Home and Auto Insurance, Pet Insurance, Transportation Benefits, CommonBond, Educational Assistance Program, College Partnership Program, Paid Time Off/Company Holidays

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Weekly pay, Contract work, Temporary work, Local area, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift,

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