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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 ...

Stability Healthcare

Travel Psych RN

Manchester, CT · On-site

$1.8K - $2.5K/wk

Travel 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 ...

Stability Healthcare

Travel Psych RN

Manchester, CT · On-site

$1.8K - $2.5K/wk

Travel 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 ...

Calibre Talent Group

Psych RN

Hartford, CT · On-site

$1.8K - $2.4K/wk

Psych RN Hartford, CT, United States Or refer someone Job Openings Psych RN Psychiatric Nurse Responsibilities: * Gauging patients' psychiatric states. * Collaborating on psychiatric intervention ...

Fast Switch

Psych Travel Nurse (RN)

Norwich, CT · On-site

$2.4K - $2.8K/wk

Contract * Job #60093 * Salary: $2,400 - $2,800 Per Week Psych Travel RN - New London, CT Fast Switch Healthcare is immediately seeking skilled Travel Psychiatric Registered Nurses for a world class ...

MedPro Healthcare Staffing

Travel Psych RN

Manchester, CT · On-site

$1.8K - $2.5K/wk

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MedPro Healthcare Staffing

Travel Psych RN

Manchester, CT · On-site

$1.8K - $2.5K/wk

Registered Nurse, RN, Psychiatric, Travel Nurse, Contract Nurse, Agency Nurse, Agency RN, RN-Psych, RN-Psychiatric, Travel RN, Contract, Nursing, RN Psych, RN Psychiatric Travel Nursing *Weekly ...

PRN Healthcare Services

PSYCH - RN

West Hartford, CT · On-site

$1.8K - $2.5K/wk

PSYCH RN West Hartford, CT When you're a traveling healthcare professional, you're given the ... Your adventure starts here with PRN Healthcare! Take control of your career with a travel contract ...

TNAA TotalMed RN

Travel Psych RN

Manchester, CT · 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 ...

TNAA TotalMed RN

Travel Psych RN

Manchester, CT · 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 ...

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How much do contract psych rn jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average weekly pay for contract psych rn in Connecticut is $1,955.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,646.15 and $2,259.62 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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Infographic showing various Contract Psych Rn job openings in Connecticut as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,694 per year, or $48.9 per hour.

Local Contract Psych RN

Stability Healthcare

Manchester, CT • On-site

$1.8K - $2.5K/wk

Contractor

Medical, PTO

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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, nights
  • 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-858173. 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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