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Contract Psych Rn Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Travel Psych RN - Travel Contract - Nights | 48 Hours | $3,384/week Pueblo, CO Orientation Start Dates: 7/6, 7/20, 8/3, 8/17 36-Week Contract Compensation & Schedule $3,384 gross weekly pay Includes ...

Details Client Name Aurora - HCA HealthONE Mental Health and Wellness Center Job Type Travel Offering Nursing Profession RN Specialty PSYCH Job ID 37142037 Job Title RN - PSYCH Weekly Pay $1524.0 ...

Psych Travel RN Opportunity Travel profession RN specialty psych. Weekly pay $1,512. Shift details: 12-hour NOC. Job order details: start date 06/08/2026, end date 09/07/2026, duration 13 weeks.

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 ...

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 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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Travel Nurse RN - Psych - $2,314 per week in Aurora, CO

Travel Nurse RN - Psych - $2,314 per week in Aurora, CO

TravelNurseSource

Aurora, CO

$2K/wk

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) | Psych Location: Aurora, CO Agency: Prime Staffing Pay: $2,314 per week Shift Information: Days - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 7/6/2026

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with Prime Staffing to find a qualified Psych RN in Aurora, Colorado, 80045!
ID: 63579502 Shift: Night 3x12-Hour (19:00 - 07:00); Day 3x12-Hour (07:00 - 19:00) Description: RN BMT/ONC (10000205 - Cellular Therapies Unit)ROTATING Days of the week: Various Days Years of experience REQ: 2 year acute care BMT/Heme experience, and chemotherapy administration experience required BUT would be willing to try and screen an RN over with 1.5 years expFirst-timers accepted: NoWeekend REQ: yes per unit needsCerts REQ: AHA BLS, CO or Compact RN License, ONC cert Is on-call REQ? NoWill this traveler need to float within scope to meet facility needs/float between like units? Yes -float between the BMT/Onc and CTU units Total Staffed Beds: 51Charting: Epic Ratios: 3-4:1Scrub Color: NavySpecial Requirements:51 bed unit caring for patients with blood cancers who are receiving chemo/biotherapies and cellular therapies such as stem cells transplants and CAR-T.Nurse-to-patient ratios may flex up based on staffing and unit needs. While additional support is provided, candidates must be comfortable with and have prior experience working in environments with flexible staffing ratiosmay float to sister facilities based on facility needs (metro region)LOCAL BILL RATE IS $85 IF CANDIDATE LIVES LESS THAN 75 MILES FROM FACILITY Modified 12:00:00 AM Account Manager: Zak Tisdale Account Manager Email: COVID-19 Vaccine: Not Required Flu Vaccine: Unknown Job Requirements & Qualifications Previous Charge Experience : - Years of Experience : 2 Patient Ratio Experience : Charting System Experience : Required Charting System Name : Epic Community Hospital Experience : - LTAC Experience : - Trauma Level I Experience : - Trauma Level II Experience : - Travel Experience Required : Yes Certifications : BLS, Chemo (ONS/ONCC)Skills : Acute Tumor Lysis Syndrome (ATLS), Administration of blood & blood products, Administration of bone marrow*, Administration of chemotherapy, Altered mental status, Anaphylaxis, BMT, Body fluid handling post Chemotherapy, CAR-T*, Care and management of ports, Central line blood draw, Central Line/Implanted Line Care, Chest tube care and management, Constipation/diarrhea, Continuous Infusion of chemotherapy, Dysphagia, Edema, Extravasation injury, Graft-versus-host disease, Hemorrhage, Inpatient oncology, IV push administration of chemotherapy, Leukemia/Blood Dyscrasias, Lymphoma/Non-Hodgkins lymphoma, Management/disposal cytotoxic spills, Monitoring Chemotherapy, Multiple Myeloma, Nausea/vomiting, Neuropathy, Neutropenic precautions, Oral Administration of chemotherapy, Recognize/ communicate abnormal lab values, Sepsis, Spinal Cord Compression, Stem cell therapies* Unit Details Staffing & Scheduling Scheduling Type : Other Patient Ratios Days : - Patient Ratios Nights : - Patient Ratios Weekends : - Float Required : - Call Required : - Weekend Coverage : True Number of Weekend Shifts Per Contract : Based on unit needs Pre-Approved Time Off : - Orientation Hours : - Facility & Patient Care Details Patient Age Groups : Adults Daily Census : - Number of Visits Per Day : - Number of Rooms : - Number of Beds : 51 Additional Unit Information Interdisciplinary Support : - Patient Diagnoses : - Special Procedures/Unit Details : 51 bed unit caring for patients with blood cancers who are receiving chemo/biotherapies and cellular therapies such as stem cells transplants and CAR-T. Special Equipment : - #Tier1 Travel Compliance Have you ever been employed by UCHealth (including, but not limited to UCHealth Medical Group, Medical Center of the Rockies, Memorial Hospital, Poudre Valley Hospital, and University of Colorado Hospital) or any of its affiliates in any capacity? If yes, please provide your name during employment with UCHealth. 10 RTO days max approved per 13-week contract RTO is not allowed during the following time period (We MAY consider flexibility for harder to fill positions; please reach out to AM/EC for consideration): June 28 July 9, 2026 September 2 September 12, 2026 October 25 November 4, 2026 November 22 December 2, 2026 December 20 January 3, 2027 Please double check that your day shift preferred RNs are not being submitted to d/n rotating positions . UC S DNU LIST, please read : if your candidate has applied to UC Health's internal Travel jobs/Perm staff within the last two years, their application will not be considered. They will come back on UC s DNU list and we have to send all candidates over to HR to check for this eligibility on a daily basis. Return Travelers: UCH OR has requested any resource who completed a full year on assignment to not be rebooked for at least one year. NO Blocked scheduling requests Modules: Modules are non-billable and factored into the 20 hours of NBO, average 4 hours spent on modules Completion of all facility-specific modules is required within the first week of the assignment. Instructions will be provided during NEO. Travelers are responsible for checking their UCHealth email and contacting their unit leader with any questions. Modules are recorded either by facility/report or transcript Submittal Details: #Tier1 Travel ComplianceHave you ever been employed by UCHealth (including, but not limited to UCHealth Medical Group, Medical Center of the Rockies, Memorial Hospital, Poudre Valley Hospital, and University of Colorado Hospital) or any of its affiliates in any capacity? If yes, please provide your name during employment with UCHealth.10 RTO days max approved per 13-week contract RTO is not allowed during the following time period (We MAY consider flexibility for harder to fill positions; please reach out to AM/EC for consideration):June 28 July 9, 2026September 2 September 12, 2026October 25 November 4, 2026November 22 December 2, 2026December 20 January 3, 2027Please double check that your day shift preferred RNs are not being submitted to d/n rotating positions.UC S DNU LIST, please read: if your candidate has applied to UC Health's internal Travel jobs/Perm staff within the last two years, their application will not be considered. They will come back on UC s DNU list and we have to send all candidates over to HR to check for this eligibility on a daily basis.Return Travelers: UCH OR has requested any resource who completed a full year on assignment to not be rebooked for at least one year.NO Blocked scheduling are non-billable and factored into the 20 hours of NBO, average 4 hours spent on modulesCompletion of all facility-specific modules is required within the first week of the assignment. Instructions will be provided during NEO. Travelers are responsible for checking their UCHealth email and contacting their unit leader with any questions.Modules are recorded either by facility/report or transcript Guaranteed Hours: Contract Weeks:91

About Prime Staffing

At Prime Staffing, we understand the importance of finding the perfect fit for both our clients and candidates. Prime Staffing utilizes a unique matchmaking approach, providing the most qualified contingent staffing to our clients, and the most competitive contracts to our workforce. Our experienced team takes the time to get to know both our clients and candidates, their needs, and preferences, to ensure that each placement is a success.

We offer a wide range of staffing services including temporary, temp-to-perm, and direct hire placements. Our extensive network of qualified candidates includes nurses, allied healthcare professionals, corporate support professionals and executives.

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