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Stability Healthcare

Local Contract Psych RN

Manchester, CT · On-site

$1.8K - $2.5K/wk

Local Contract Stability Healthcare is looking for a Psych RN contract position in Manchester, CT. It takes a special form of caring to be a psychiatric (psych) nurse. Psychiatric Nurses care for ...

Stability Healthcare

Local Contract Psych RN

Manchester, CT · On-site

$1.8K - $2.5K/wk

Local Contract Stability Healthcare is looking for a Psych RN contract position in Manchester, CT. It takes a special form of caring to be a psychiatric (psych) nurse. Psychiatric Nurses care for ...

Clover Health Services

Psych RN

Elmira, NY · On-site

$2.1K - $2.5K/wk

Psych RN. Elmira, NY: * $2217-$2575 weekly gross pay. * 40 hours/week, blocked scheduling possible ... Weekly check-ins throughout the contract. * Honest, transparent pay breakdowns. * Extension ...

3B Healthcare, Inc.

RN Psych

Pierceton, IN · On-site

$1.6K - $2.2K/wk

Psych RN Opportunity at Bowen Center Position: RN Specialty - Psych Facility Name ... Bowen Center Address: Pierceton IN Contract duration: 13 weeks Shift: Nights 36 hrs Guaranteed ...

Nomad Health

Psych Registered Nurse RN

Holyoke, MA

$53/hr

We are looking for a Travel Psych RN for a great Travel nursing job in HOLYOKE, MA. This Psych Travel nursing job pays for 36 hours a week for 13 weeks. With Wanderly you can compare Travel nurse ...

Meda Health

Psych Registered Nurse RN

Jeffersonville, IN · On-site

$49.83/hr

We are looking for a Travel Psych RN for a great Travel nursing job in Jeffersonville, IN. This Psych Travel nursing job pays for 36 hours a week for 13 weeks. With Wanderly you can compare Travel ...

Meda Health

Psych Registered Nurse RN

Asheville, NC · On-site

$48.08/hr

We are looking for a Travel Psych RN for a great Travel nursing job in Asheville, NC. This Psych Travel nursing job pays for 36 hours a week for 13 weeks. With Wanderly you can compare Travel nurse ...

Meda Health

Psych Registered Nurse RN

Salem, MA

$57.98/hr

We are looking for a Travel Psych RN for a great Travel nursing job in Salem, MA. This Psych Travel nursing job pays for 40 hours a week for 13 weeks. With Wanderly you can compare Travel nurse ...

Nomad Health

Psych Registered Nurse RN

Scranton, PA · On-site

$49/hr

We are looking for a Travel Psych RN for a great Travel nursing job in Scranton, PA. This Psych Travel nursing job pays for 36 hours a week for 13 weeks. With Wanderly you can compare Travel nurse ...

Stability Healthcare

Psych - Elko, Nevada

Elko, NV · On-site

$1.8K/wk

Psych RN Contract Position Stability HealthCare is looking for a Psych RN contract position in Elko, Nevada. It takes a special form of caring to be a psychiatric (psych) nurse. Psychiatric Nurses ...

Stability Healthcare

Psych - Cleveland, Ohio

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$1.7K - $2.3K/wk

Psych RN Contract Position Stability HealthCare is looking for a Psych RN contract position in Cleveland, Ohio. It takes a special form of caring to be a psychiatric (psych) nurse. Psychiatric Nurses ...

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Meda Health

Psych Registered Nurse RN

Raleigh, NC

$44/hr

We are looking for a Travel Psych RN for a great Travel nursing job in Raleigh, NC. This Psych Travel nursing job pays for 36 hours a week for 13 weeks. With Wanderly you can compare Travel nurse ...

Meda Health

Psych Registered Nurse RN

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$56.15/hr

We are looking for a Travel Psych RN for a great Travel nursing job in Phoenix, AZ. This Psych Travel nursing job pays for 36 hours a week for 13 weeks. With Wanderly you can compare Travel nurse ...

Meda Health

Psych Registered Nurse RN

Hampstead, NH · On-site

$58.95/hr

We are looking for a Travel Psych RN for a great Travel nursing job in Hampstead, NH. This Psych Travel nursing job pays for 40 hours a week for 13 weeks. With Wanderly you can compare Travel nurse ...

Stability Healthcare

Psych - Aurora, Colorado

Aurora, CO · On-site

$1.9K/wk

Psych RN Contract Position Location: Aurora, Colorado Shift: Nights, 3x12 hrs Start Date: ASAP Duration: 13 weeks $1,997 /weekly Job Details & Requirements Stability HealthCare is looking for a Psych ...

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How much do contract psych rn jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average weekly pay for contract psych rn in the United States is $2,055.81, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,730.77 and $2,375.00 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a typical work environment and team structure like for a contract psych RN?

Contract Psych RNs most often work in inpatient psychiatric units, behavioral health facilities, or mental health hospitals, frequently joining teams for a set contract period. The team typically consists of psychiatrists, social workers, therapists, mental health technicians, and other nurses, all collaborating closely to create and implement individualized treatment plans for patients. You can expect a fast-paced environment, diverse patient populations, and frequent interactions with patients experiencing a wide range of mental health challenges. Adaptability and quick integration into existing teams are key, as you may rotate shifts and be assigned to various units depending on organizational needs.

What is a contract psych RN?

A Contract Psych RN is a registered nurse who works on a temporary basis in psychiatric or mental health settings. They provide patient care, administer medications, monitor mental health conditions, and collaborate with a healthcare team. These roles are typically short-term and can be in hospitals, psychiatric facilities, or residential treatment centers. Contract Psych RNs often work through staffing agencies and may have flexible assignments in different locations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a contract psych RN?

To thrive as a Contract Psych RN, you need an active RN license, experience in psychiatric or behavioral health nursing, and strong assessment skills. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), restraint protocols, and crisis intervention certifications such as CPI or PMAB is often required. Compassion, resilience, and excellent communication help build trust with patients and coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary teams. These competencies are crucial for delivering safe, high-quality mental health care in challenging and dynamic environments.

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Local Contract Psych RN

Stability Healthcare

Manchester, CT • On-site

$1.8K - $2.5K/wk

Contractor

Medical, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

Stability Healthcare is seeking a local contract nurse RN Psychiatric for a local contract nursing job in Manchester, Connecticut.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: Psychiatric
  • Discipline: RN
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift: 8 hours, evenings
  • Employment Type: Local Contract

Stability Healthcare is looking for a Psych RN contract position in Manchester, CT. It takes a special form of caring to be a psychiatric (psych) nurse. Psychiatric Nurses care for patients with psych/mental issues including addictions and depression. Care may be given in a psych facility, unit in a hospital or specific part of the ER. They're also trained in behavioral therapy, providing tools to teach patients as well as family members how to cope with psychiatric disorders.

*$600 travel bonus *Day 1 health insurance with United Healthcare *PTO plan -- start accruing on day 1, use during contract or cash out at the end! *Guaranteed stipend if facility calls you off *Extra hour bonus -- earn an additional hourly bonus for working over your weekly contracted hours

Stability Job ID #L-850766. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Psych

About Stability Healthcare

Stability Healthcare was founded in 2009, with the mission of becoming the best Travel Nursing Agency in California. We have been rated one of the top travel nursing agencies and offer our nurses the highest paying travel nursing jobs available. We have access to the best travel assignments from 1000’s of facilities.

You can start the year off in sunny California, spend the Spring in the Colorado Rockies, enjoy the Summer in the Mid-West, experience the change of seasons in Boston and New York, and hit the beaches of Florida in the winter. Our Nurses work in the best hospitals and health systems in the country.

Benefits
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  • Benefits start day 1
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About Stability Healthcare

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Stability Healthcare was founded in 2009, with the mission of becoming the best Travel Nursing Agency in California. We have been rated one of the top travel nursing agencies and offer our nurses the highest paying travel nursing jobs available. We have access to the best travel assignments from 1000's of facilities. You can start the year off in sunny California, spend the Spring in the Colorado Rockies, enjoy the Summer in the Mid-West, experience the change of seasons in Boston and New York, and hit the beaches of Florida in the winter. Our Nurses work in the best hospitals and health systems in the country.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

201 - 500 Employees

Headquarters location

Los Angeles, CA, US

Year founded

2009

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