Psych Travel Nursing Jobs

Travel Nurse RN - Psych - $2,682 per week in Staunton, VA - Job Title: Behavioral Health Registered Nurse • Night Shift We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse to join our client's team in the Behavioral Health department. This is a night shift position, with a 17•week contract. The role offers a 40 or 48 hour work week, with the option to extend the contract. Key Responsibilities: • Provide high•quality patient care within the scope of the nursing practice • Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to develop and implement care plans • Maintain a safe and clean working environment in compliance with healthcare procedures and regulations Shift: Night (Specific time to be specified upon submission) Requirements: • Active RN License, VA or compact • Minimum of 2 years of Behavioral Health/Psych experience • Minimum of 2 years RN experience • Pediatric Psych experience is preferred • Must have adolescent experience • AHA BLS Certification • COVID Vaccine (exemptions accepted) Our client's location caters to different age groups, including children, pre•adolescents (up to 14 years), and adolescents (13•17 years). The case types include depression, bipolar, mood disorders, drug and alcohol abuse, suicidal patients, and autism spectrum disorder.  

Travel Nurse RN - Psych - $3,003 per week in Eureka, CA - Job Title: Registered Nurse • Psychiatric Unit (Night Shift) We're seeking a Registered Nurse for our psychiatric unit. This 13•week contract role involves providing quality care to patients, with potential for extension. Responsibilities: * Work 36 or 48 hours weekly, night shifts. * Maintain a 1:6 patient ratio. * Float between crisis and inpatient units. * No on•call duties. * Complete a Live Scan onsite. Requirements: * Active CA RN License or ability to renew/apply. * Two years of experience in the specialty. * Forensic and psychiatric experience. * Familiarity with various psychiatric conditions. * Preceptorship and travel experience preferred. * COVID•19 vaccination and booster required. Additional Info: * Skills checklists must score 3.0+. * Local travelers can apply. * Scrub Color: Royal Blue or Navy Blue. * PPE provided; fit testing available onsite. * Onsite parking. * Pay Cycle: Sunday – Saturday. * EMR system details provided. To apply, submit your resume, skills checklist, Nursys verification, certifications, and COVID•19 vaccination status. Include your legal name, role/unit, shift preference, contact details, start date, and any requested time off.

Travel Nurse RN - Psych - $2,934 per week in Castaic, CA - Job Title: Correctional Health • Registered Nurse • Days Join our team as a Registered Nurse in a correctional health setting for a 20•week contract, working 40 hours per week from 6am•2:30pm. Responsibilities include medication provision (Medpass), responding to inmate healthcare requests (Sick Call), and basic wound care. Requirements: Active CA RN License, BLS, Fire Card, MAB/CPI Certification, two years of psychiatric inpatient experience. Experience in a secured environment and travel experience are preferred. This role may require location floating, COVID vaccination, and booster. PPE, parking, and EMR: Cerner are provided. Case types include Adult Court Behavioral Services, Psych, Correctional. The facility is a large correctional facility managed by the county sheriff's department, housing sentenced prisoners and pre•trial arrestees. Credentialing process takes approximately one month, with documents due two weeks before the start date. Phone interviews will be conducted by the Nurse Manager. Both local and out•of•state candidates are welcome to apply.

Travel Nurse RN - Psych - $2,000 per week in Vernon, TX - Job Title: Night Shift Behavioral Health Registered Nurse We're seeking a skilled Behavioral Health Registered Nurse for night shifts (7pm•7am or 11pm•7am) for a 26•week commitment of 36/40 hours per week. Responsibilities: • Deliver nursing care in a forensic mental health hospital. • Focus on patients deemed incompetent to stand trial, aiming to restore competency. • Work in various unit configurations, including adult and adolescent units. Requirements: • Minimum 2 years of nursing experience. • 1 year of experience in forensic psych nursing, preferably in a secure setting. • State•recognized nursing license (RN or LVN/LPN). • Complete immunization record. • Current AHA CPR certification and ability to perform Heimlich and CPR. • Training in Treatment Intervention and Preventative Strategies (TIPS). • Successful fingerprinting, urine drug screen, and background checks. COVID•19 vaccination is mandatory. Compliance/credentialing must be met before start. This role offers a rewarding opportunity for a skilled nurse in a challenging environment.

Travel Nurse RN - Psych - $3,040 per week in Coalinga, CA - Job Title: Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (Day Shift) Join our Behavioral Health Unit as a dedicated Registered Nurse. This role requires flexibility and a commitment to superior patient care. Responsibilities: • Provide nursing care in a behavioral health setting. • Maintain appropriate patient ratios. • Adhere to attendance policy. • Complete necessary training and certifications. • Understand patient demographics and unit operations. Requirements: • Active or renewable California RN License. • Two years of specialty experience. • BLS and CPI certifications. • COVID•19 vaccination and booster (if eligible). Additional Information: • Located in a 1,260•bed mental health facility in Coalinga, California. • Navy Blue or Black scrubs preferred. • PPE and parking provided. Application Process: Submit resume, skills checklist, Nursys verification, certifications, and COVID•19 vaccination status. Include legal name, role/unit, shift preference, contact details, desired start date, experience, units worked, trauma levels, EMRs worked with, current licenses, assignment length, and weekly work hours.

Travel Nurse RN - Psych - $2,000 per week in Kerrville, TX - Job Title: Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (Mid Shifts) Join our Behavioral Health team as a Registered Nurse. This role, offering flexible start dates and contract lengths, requires a 40•hour work week, primarily during 3pm•11pm shifts. Responsibilities: • Deliver care and treatment in a behavioral health setting. • Supervise nursing tasks in line with the Nurse Practice Act. • Collaborate on individual program development. • Maintain effective communication with team and healthcare providers. • Manage data entry, documentation, and personnel records. Requirements: • 2 years RN experience. • 1 year of behavioral health nursing experience preferred. • Charge nurse or supervisory experience preferred. • State licensure or Nurse Licensure Compact reciprocity. • Complete immunization record. • Pass drug screen and background checks. • Valid ID and current CPR certification. • Negative PPD results and COVID•19 test. Additional Information: • Availability for 2/3 major holidays required. • No time off requests currently accepted. • Details on scrub color, parking, pay cycle, and EMR provided. • PPE provided onsite. • Location: Kerrville, Texas. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Travel LPN / LVN - Psych - $1,325 per week in Downey, CA - Job Title: Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) • Correctional Health • Mid Shifts We're seeking a skilled LVN for a 13•week contract role in our correctional health team. The position involves five 8•hour mid shifts per week, including alternate weekends. Responsibilities: • Medication administration and blood draws. • Compliance with CA State law patient ratios. Requirements: • Active CA LVN License. • BLS, LA County Fire Card, IV, MAB/CPI Certifications. • Two years of psychiatric inpatient experience. • Experience in secured environments like detention centers or behavioral health units preferred. • Travel experience beneficial but not mandatory. • COVID vaccination + booster if eligible. The role is based in Downey, CA, at a facility offering juvenile court behavioral services, psych, correctional, inpatient, and behavioral health services. Onsite parking and PPE are provided. Uniform preference is navy blue or black scrubs.

Travel Nurse RN - Psych - $1,900 per week in Beeville, TX - Job Title: Registered Nurse • Corrections (Night Shift) Join our dynamic Corrections Department as a Registered Nurse. This role requires a professional who can deliver exceptional patient care, collaborate effectively, and adapt to different units as needed. Location: Various Texas locations Responsibilities: • Provide high•quality patient care. • Team collaboration for patient outcomes. • Adhere to facility rules and procedures. Requirements: • Compact or Texas RN license. • BLS and ACLS certifications. • 1.5 years of relevant experience. • Ability to work in a fast•paced environment. • COVID•19 vaccination (exemptions considered). Shift Details: • Night Shift: 1745•0615, 36 hours/week, Saturday – Friday. • Performance•based overtime available. Contract Length: 13 weeks, extendable. Float Requirements: Potential float within 50 miles of assigned unit. Submission Process: Email resume, skills checklist, Nursys, certifications, and COVID•19 vaccination status. Include Legal Name, Role/Unit, Shift, Phone, Email, Start Date, Requested Time Off, Experience + Qualifications in the email body. Sign•on bonus available upon completion of required modules.

Travel Nurse RN - Psych - $2,934 per week in Los Angeles, CA - Job Title: Correctional Health • Registered Nurse • Mids Join our correctional health team as a dedicated Registered Nurse for a 20•week contract, requiring 40 hours per week during mid/evening shifts. Responsibilities: • Administer medication in special housing areas • Respond to inmate requests for provider consultations • Perform basic wound care Requirements: • Active CA RN License • BLS, Fire Card, MAB/CPI Certification • Two years of psychiatric inpatient experience • Experience in a secured environment preferred • Flexibility to work between locations • Covid vaccination + booster if eligible Additional Information: • Any color scrubs, Navy Blue or Black preferred • PPE provided • On•site parking • EMR: Cerner • Case types: Adult Court Behavioral Services, Psych, Correctional Join us in providing compassionate whole•person care in the nation’s largest county•run correctional health system. Orientation is 8 days. Feedback and credentialing process may take up to a month. Local travelers are welcome to apply.

Travel LPN / LVN - Psych - $1,364 per week in Tennessee Colony, TX - Job Title: Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) • Corrections, Night Shift We're seeking a resilient LVN for night shifts in our Corrections Department across Tennessee Colony, TX and Palestine, TX. Responsibilities: • Provide nursing care in a correctional setting. • Work 36•48 hour weeks, with potential overtime. • Float to different units as needed. • Participate in 4 weeks block booking. Qualifications: • Compact or Texas LVN license. • 1.5 years of relevant experience. • IV Therapy, BLS, and ACLS certifications. Ideal Candidate: • Independent and avoids gossip. • Thrives in fast•paced environments. COVID•19 vaccination required. A sign•on bonus is offered upon module completion. To apply, submit your resume, certifications, and vaccination status, along with your contact details and desired start date.