Psych Nurse (RN) in Derry, NH

  • Sunbelt Staffing
  • Derry, New Hampshire
  • Full Time

Step into a vital leadership position as an Off-Shift House Nurse Supervisor supporting psychiatric nursing care. This is a contract opportunity for immediate start on the overnight shift. You will provide expert guidance and oversight to the nursing staff, ensuring effective coordination and safe patient care delivery in a psychiatric inpatient setting.

Schedule:

  • 10:45pm 7:15am (overnight shift)
  • Five 8-hour shifts per week, totaling 40 hours/week
  • Every other weekend: Friday and Saturday (11pm 7am)

Qualifications:

  • Current and unrestricted RN license
  • Minimum of 2 years experience in psychiatric or behavioral health nursing
  • Previous charge nurse, nursing supervisor, or resource nurse experience preferred
  • Strong assessment, crisis management, and patient advocacy skills
  • Ability to effectively lead and communicate with multidisciplinary teams
  • BLS certification (required)

Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the clinical resource and administrative supervisor for nursing staff on evening/night shifts
  • Oversee patient admissions, transfers, and discharges during assigned hours
  • Address staff or patient concerns, providing immediate guidance and support as needed
  • Lead patient care rounds and ensure adherence to hospital policies and safety standards
  • Respond promptly to psychiatric emergencies and coordinate interventions
  • Complete administrative duties, including staffing adjustments and shift reports
  • Foster a supportive, collaborative environment through leadership and mentorship

Benefits:

  • Opportunity to lead impactful patient care in psychiatric services
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Gain further experience in nursing leadership and acute behavioral health management

If you have a passion for mental health care and proven nursing leadership experience, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding overnight supervisory role today. Advance patient care while expanding your expertiseapply now!

Job ID: 518054865
Originally Posted on: 4/20/2026

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