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Contract Psych Rn Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Psych RN

Clermont, FL · On-site

$41.35 - $62.03/hr

Psychiatric Registered Nurse In Home Health As a Psychiatric Registered Nurse in Home Health, you will deliver professional nursing care directly in patients' homes. You assess their needs, develop ...

Psych RN

Clermont, FL · On-site

$41.35 - $62.03/hr

Psychiatric Registered Nurse In Home Health As a Psychiatric Registered Nurse in Home Health, you will deliver professional nursing care directly in patients' homes. You assess their needs, develop ...

Psych RN PRN

Kissimmee, FL · On-site

$41.35 - $62.03/hr

This position is PRN for an experience psych RN As a Psychiatric Registered Nurse in Home Health, you will deliver professional nursing care directly in patients' homes. You assess their needs ...

Psych RN PRN

Kissimmee, FL · On-site

$41.35 - $62.03/hr

This position is PRN for an experience psych RN As a Psychiatric Registered Nurse in Home Health, you will deliver professional nursing care directly in patients' homes. You assess their needs ...

Psych RN PRN

Saint Petersburg, FL · On-site

$41.35 - $62.03/hr

This position is PRN and requires experience as a psych nurse RN. As a Psychiatric Registered Nurse in Home Health, you will deliver professional nursing care directly in patients' homes. You assess ...

Psych RN PRN

Kissimmee, FL

$41.35 - $62.03/hr

This position is PRN for an experience psych RN As a Psychiatric Registered Nurse in Home Health, you will deliver professional nursing care directly in patients' homes. You assess their needs ...

Psych RN PRN

Saint Petersburg, FL · On-site

$41.35 - $62.03/hr

This position is PRN and requires experience as a psych nurse RN. As a Psychiatric Registered Nurse in Home Health, you will deliver professional nursing care directly in patients' homes. You assess ...

Psych RN PRN

Saint Petersburg, FL · On-site

$41.35 - $62.03/hr

This position is PRN and requires experience as a psych nurse RN. As a Psychiatric Registered Nurse in Home Health, you will deliver professional nursing care directly in patients' homes. You assess ...

Psych RN PRN

Saint Petersburg, FL · On-site

$41.35 - $62.03/hr

This position is PRN and requires experience as a psych nurse RN. As a Psychiatric Registered Nurse in Home Health, you will deliver professional nursing care directly in patients' homes. You assess ...

Psych RN PRN

Saint Petersburg, FL · On-site

$41.35 - $62.03/hr

This position is PRN and requires experience as a psych nurse RN As a Psychiatric Registered Nurse in Home Health, you will deliver professional nursing care directly in patients' homes. You assess ...

This position is PRN and requires experience as a psych nurse RN As a Psychiatric Registered Nurse in Home Health, you will deliver professional nursing care directly in patients' homes. You assess ...

This position is PRN and requires experience as a psych nurse RN As a Psychiatric Registered Nurse in Home Health, you will deliver professional nursing care directly in patients' homes. You assess ...

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How much do contract psych rn jobs pay per week?

As of Jul 13, 2026, the average weekly pay for contract psych rn in Florida is $1,536.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,294.23 and $1,775.00 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 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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Infographic showing various Contract Psych Rn job openings in Florida as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $79,887 per year, or $38.4 per hour.
Psych RN

$41.35 - $62.03/hr

Other

Medical, Life, Retirement

Posted 11 days ago


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Job description

Psychiatric Registered Nurse In Home Health

As a Psychiatric Registered Nurse in Home Health, you will deliver professional nursing care directly in patients' homes. You assess their needs, develop personalized care plans, implement treatment strategies, and evaluate outcomes to ensure high-quality, compassionate care for each individual.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Make initial nursing evaluation visits within 24-48 hours of referral or as directed by the physician
  • Assess and reassess patients' physical condition, mental status, and suicidal potential
  • Initiate and revise treatment plans according to psychiatric nursing standards
  • Instruct and supervise family members in patient care and maintaining a safe environment
  • Provide specialized nursing services and perform physician-ordered treatments
  • Assist families in identifying daily living challenges and accessing community resources
  • Maintain accurate patient records, including medications and treatments
  • Report significant changes in patient condition to physicians and appropriate personnel
  • Provide counseling and crisis intervention to patients and families
  • Participate in agency in-service programs and nursing reports
  • Comply with the Care Management Model and perform 60-day recertification reviews
  • Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams on patient care
  • Participate in staff conferences and quality assurance/quality improvement processes
  • Perform other duties as assigned

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

  • Current, unrestricted RN license in state of practice
  • Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
  • Recent experience in psychiatric nursing within the last five years OR documentation of psychiatric retraining or continuing education (CEUs)
  • Valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation

Preferred Qualification:

  • Oasis Certification

Pay Range $71,677 - $107,516 annual total cash target pay $41.35 - $62.03 per visit point $34.46 - $51.69 hourly rate Annual total cash compensation includes earnings from per visit point pay and hourly pay and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. This role receives two types of compensation depending on the work being performed. When conducting visits, you will be paid per visit point rate compensation. Your per visit pay will be calculated by multiplying your per visit point rate by the productivity points you accrue for various types of visits. Each type of visit is assigned a certain number of productivity points that is inclusive of 'direct' and 'indirect' patient care activities. Visits are assigned based on patient and business needs. The number of visits performed each week will vary based on individual productivity targets and the productivity points assigned to the visits performed. You will be paid your hourly rate for certain non-visit activities such as orientation. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your pay, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.


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