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Adecco

Registered Nurse (RN)

Avondale, AZ

$42 - $65/hr

Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health Avondale, Arizona $10,000 Sign-On Bonus | 3x12 Schedule ... Opportunity to build crisis, detox, and psych experience quickly * Mission-driven environment where ...

Centstone HC

AZ - ICU Registered Nurse Contract

Globe, AZ · On-site

$72 - $73/day

ICU Registered Nurse (RN) | Arizona Position: ICU Registered Nurse (RN) Location: Globe, Arizona Compensation: $70/hr to $73/hr Job Type: 13-Week Contract | Day Shift + Call Job Summary: We are ...

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How much do contract psych rn jobs pay per week?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average weekly pay for contract psych rn in Arizona is $1,915.77, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,613.46 and $2,213.46 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 job?

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 in the Contract Psych Rn position, and why are they important?

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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Registered Nurse (RN)

Registered Nurse (RN)

Adecco

Avondale, AZ

$42 - $65/hr

Full-time, Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) – Behavioral Health
Avondale, Arizona
$10,000 Sign-On Bonus | 3x12 Schedule | Day & Night Shift Options
Full-Time | Direct Hire

Where Behavioral Health Nursing Actually Feels Impactful

If you’re the kind of nurse who wants to do more than pass meds and chart all shift, this role offers something different.

A leading behavioral health organization in Avondale is hiring Registered Nurses to support patients through some of the most critical moments in their lives — including mental health crises, detox, stabilization, and recovery. This is a hands-on, high-impact environment where nurses are deeply involved in patient care, de-escalation, collaboration, and helping individuals regain stability.

You’ll work alongside experienced behavioral health professionals in a fast-moving crisis setting that values teamwork, clinical judgment, compassion, and resilience.

Whether your background is behavioral health, ER, corrections, acute care, detox, or med-surg — nurses who thrive here are adaptable, calm under pressure, and genuinely passionate about helping vulnerable populations.

What Makes This Opportunity Different

  • Fixed 3x12 schedule — know your shifts in advance

  • Day and night openings available

  • High-acuity behavioral health experience without hospital politics

  • Strong team culture with collaborative leadership

  • Opportunity to build crisis, detox, and psych experience quickly

  • Mission-driven environment where nurses truly make an impact

  • Long-term growth opportunities within behavioral health leadership and specialty programs

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Provide direct nursing care in a behavioral health crisis and stabilization environment

  • Complete assessments, medication administration, and clinical documentation

  • Support patients experiencing psychiatric crises, substance use disorders, withdrawal, and detox symptoms

  • Monitor patient condition and respond appropriately during high-acuity situations

  • Collaborate closely with therapists, providers, case managers, behavioral health techs, and support staff

  • Help maintain a safe, therapeutic, recovery-focused environment for patients and staff

Ideal Background

  • Active RN license (Arizona or compact state)

  • Comfortable working 12-hour day or night shifts

  • Experience or interest in behavioral health, psych, ER, detox, corrections, substance abuse, or acute care environments

  • Strong communication skills and ability to remain composed in crisis situations

  • New grads with strong interest in behavioral health are encouraged to apply

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive pay based on experience

  • Shift differentials for nights and weekends

  • $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

  • 5 weeks PTO

  • No rotating schedules

  • 401(k) with immediate vesting and employer match

  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

  • Tuition reimbursement & career advancement opportunities

  • PSLF-eligible employer

  • HSA/FSA options, wellness programs, and pet insurance

  • PTO cash-out options after one year


Pay Details: $42.00 to $65.00 per hour
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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