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Contract Psych Rn Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

TNAA TotalMed RN

Travel Behavioral Health RN

Aurora, CO · On-site

$1.8K - $2.5K/wk

Psychiatric - Psych RN - Travel Nurse About TNAA TotalMed RN TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization ...

KPG Nursing

Psychiatry in Aurora, CO

Aurora, CO · On-site

$1.4K/wk

Travel Psych Registered Nurse (RN) - $1,427 per week in taxable pay and non-taxable stipend amount. Pay rates are subject to confirmation with tax free stipend determined for qualified candidates.

Voyage Health

Travel RN Psych

Aurora, CO · On-site

$1.5K - $1.5K/wk

Travel/Contract Pay: $1503 - $1583 per week Shift: 3x12 Nights Start Date: ASAP Contract Length: 13-week Position: RN Psych (Travel/Contract) We're hiring experienced RN Psych for a 13-week contract ...

Meda Health

Travel Behavioral Health RN

Aurora, CO · On-site

Meda Health is looking for a Psych RN to work a travel assignment in an acute care hospital setting. Must have at least two years of experience, state licensure and BLS/CPI (at minimum). Competitive ...

Magnet Medical

RN - Psych

Aurora, CO · On-site

$2.2K/wk

Details Client Name UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital Job Type Travel Offering Nursing Profession RN Specialty Psych Job ID 37999763 Job Title RN - Psych Weekly Pay $2218.98 Shift Details ...

UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital

RN - Psych

Aurora, CO · On-site

$1.8K - $2.5K/wk

RN - Psych About the Position Specialty: RN - Psych Experience: 1-2 years in psychiatric or behavioral health nursing preferred License: Active State or Compact RN License Certifications: BLS - AHA ...

Kindred Hospital Aurora

RN - PSYCH

Aurora, CO · On-site

$1.4K/wk

Details Client Name Kindred Hospital Aurora Job Type Travel Offering Nursing Profession RN Specialty PSYCH Job ID 37997944 Job Title RN - PSYCH Weekly Pay $1441.12 Shift Details Shift 3 x 12 Nights ...

Anschutz Medical Campus

RN - Psych

Aurora, CO · On-site

$2.2K/wk

Details Client Name Anschutz Medical Campus Job Type Travel Offering Nursing Profession RN Specialty Psych Job ID 19055863 Job Title RN - Psych Weekly Pay $2299.06 Shift Details Shift 3x12 Days ...

Colorado Springs Hospital

RN - Psych

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

$2.2K/wk

Details Client Name Colorado Springs Hospital Job Type Travel Offering Nursing Profession RN Specialty Psych Job ID 19063969 Job Title RN - Psych Weekly Pay $2260.76 Shift Details Shift 3x12 Nights ...

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The Medical Center Aurora North

RN - Psych

Aurora, CO · On-site

$1.6K/wk

Details Client Name The Medical Center Aurora North Job Type Travel Offering Nursing Profession RN Specialty Psych Job ID 37998162 Job Title RN - Psych Weekly Pay $1656.0 Shift Details Shift 12-Hour ...

OU Health (Parent)

RN - Psych

Aurora, CO · On-site

$2.1K/wk

Details Client Name CHCO - CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL COLORADO (Parent) Job Type Travel Offering Nursing Profession RN Specialty Psych Job ID 19055725 Job Title RN - Psych Weekly Pay $2145.06 Shift Details ...

The Recovery Village

Registered Nurse

Palmer Lake, CO · On-site

Other Titles: Psych Registered Nurse, Mental Health Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health Registered Nurse, Detox Registered Nurse. Are you considering relocating? Experience the best of Colorado ...

The Recovery Village

Registered Nurse

Palmer Lake, CO · On-site

Other Titles: Psych Registered Nurse, Mental Health Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health Registered Nurse, Detox Registered Nurse. Are you considering relocating? Experience the best of Colorado ...

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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.

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.

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Travel Behavioral Health RN - $1,638 per week

GHR Healthcare

Aurora, CO • On-site

$1.6K/wk

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Behavioral Health for a travel nursing job in Aurora, Colorado.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: Behavioral Health
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 10/19/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours
  • Employment Type: Travel

Psychiatric Registered Nurse Travel Job – Behavioral Health RN in Aurora, CO

Bring your behavioral health expertise to a rewarding 13-week travel nursing assignment in Aurora, Colorado, in the Denver metro area with easy access to the Rocky Mountains. This night-shift Psychiatric Registered Nurse (Psych RN) opportunity is ideal for a compassionate RN who wants to make a meaningful impact in a supportive behavioral health setting.

Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and adaptable Registered Nurse with behavioral health experience to support a geriatric psychiatry unit. You will work alongside a collaborative interdisciplinary care team focused on patient safety, therapeutic support, and high-quality mental health nursing care. This is an excellent opportunity for nurses who thrive in a fast-paced psychiatric nursing environment and value teamwork, flexibility, and patient-centered care.

Job Details
  • Position: Psychiatric Registered Nurse (Psych RN)
  • Setting: Behavioral Health / Geriatric Psychiatry
  • Location: Aurora, CO
  • Assignment Length: 13 weeks
  • Shift: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
  • Shift Duration: 12-hour night shift
  • Hours per Week: 36 guaranteed hours
  • Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,460 - $1,540
  • Start Date: October 19, 2026
  • End Date: January 18, 2027
  • Employment Type: Travel Nursing
Job Requirements
  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure
  • At least 1 year of current behavioral health or psychiatric nursing experience
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • CPI certification, or willingness to complete Calm Every Storm certification if accepted
  • Strong interpersonal skills and a compassionate, patient-centered approach
  • Ability to work effectively in a team-based, high-acuity mental health environment
  • Flexibility to float to other inpatient adult behavioral health units as needed
Responsibilities
  • Provide safe, high-quality nursing care to patients in a behavioral health setting
  • Support admissions, discharges, and ongoing patient assessments
  • Monitor patient status and collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team
  • Maintain a therapeutic, respectful, and supportive environment for patients
  • Respond appropriately to changing patient acuity and unit needs
  • Document care accurately in the EMR
  • Promote a culture of teamwork, compassion, and patient safety

Apply now to join this travel psychiatric nursing opportunity in Aurora, Colorado, and make a difference in behavioral health care.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #513802. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Psych

About GHR Healthcare

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare

professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to

uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive

compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely

cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your

advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and

consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to

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