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NATIONAL HOME CARE CORPORATION

CONTRACT RN

Ocilla, GA · On-site

Director of Nursing Employment Type: CONTRACT POSITION: Part-Time (16 hours a month) Location: Irwin County, Ga I. Role The Registered Nurse (RN) ensures the delivery of safe, effective, and ...

National Home Care

CONTRACT RN

Columbus, GA

Director of Nursing Employment Type: CONTRACT POSITION: Part-Time (16 hours a month) Location: Irwin County, Ga I. Role The Registered Nurse (RN) ensures the delivery of safe, effective, and ...

NATIONAL HOME CARE CORPORATION

CONTRACT RN

Ocilla, GA · On-site

Director of Nursing Employment Type: CONTRACT POSITION: Part-Time (16 hours a month) Location: Irwin County, Ga I. Role The Registered Nurse (RN) ensures the delivery of safe, effective, and ...

IntelyCare

BAYLOR RN (Weekends) - PSYCH

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$1K - $2K/wk

Registered Nurse - Rn Mental Health/Psychiatric/Behavioral Health/Addictive Disease Weekend Baylor ... Knowledge of acute psychological disorders, and advanced principals of abnormal psychology.

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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 Georgia is $1,735.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,461.54 and $2,005.77 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 Georgia as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 58% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 21% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 92% In-person, 4% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $90,266 per year, or $43.4 per hour.
Travel Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Travel Psychiatric Registered Nurse

American Medical Staffing

Milledgeville, GA • On-site

$1K - $2K/wk

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

American Medical Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric for a travel nursing job in Milledgeville, Georgia.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: Psychiatric
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 06/16/2026
  • Duration: 16 weeks
  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift: 8 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Travel

We’re living in the new normal. Lives and careers look different today. So why shouldn’t you have a role that delivers excitement, fewer restrictions, and brings you closer to loved ones? At American Medical Staffing (AMS), we believe in supporting the pioneers who embody the sense of adventure each new placement brings and we’re looking for a Registered Nurse for a Psych contract assignment.

Job Title: RN: Psych
Location: Milledgeville, GA
Setting: Psych
Pay Range: $1637-2046 weekly
Schedule: 8-Hour Evenings, 3pm - 1130pm, every other weekend
Contract Length: 16 Weeks
Candidate Type: Local and traveler friendly 


Requirements:

  • 1 years of experience as a RN
  • Qualified applicants MUST have at least 1 years of experience in Psych
  • Valid Registered Nurse license
  • Be willing to obtain Georgia licensure


Why Choose American Medical Staffing?

  • Day-One Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision plans with no waiting period.
  • Wellness PTO: Build 1 or 2 weeks of paid time off into your contract.
  • Hotel Discounts: Save up to 60% on hotel bookings with access to 700,000+ discounted properties.
  • Loyalty Program: Earn financial incentives automatically based on hours worked and assignment type.
  • Referral Program: $500 for you and $500 for each referral after 450 hours—no limits
  • Working Advantage: Access exclusive discounts on retail, entertainment, and travel.
  • Scrub Discount: 20% off all scrubs through our customized AMS store.
  • Retirement Plans: 401(k) options to help you plan for the future.
  • Compliance & Credentialing Support: Let us handle the logistics so you can focus on patient care.


Responsibilities

As a healthcare professional in an Adult Mental Health facility, you’ll play a critical role in serving a unique and often underserved patient population. Your care will directly impact patient safety, wellness, and rehabilitation. A few of the responsibilities include:

  • Accurately administers prescribed medications and initiates intravenous therapies
  • Conducts thorough health assessments to identify client problems and needs, formulating and implementing individualized nursing care plans.
  • Makes daily resident rounds to assess physical and emotional status and to implement any required nursing interventions.
  • Responds to resident and family concerns and ensures that each concern is documented, and a resolution is initiated or communicated to appropriate staff.
  • Serves as a shift leader and a resource to other staff on the unit.

Apply now to take the next step in your journey.


American Medical Staffing is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or any other non-merit factor.

American Medical Staffing Job ID #117189. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN:Psych,15:00:00-23:00:00

About American Medical Staffing

American Medical Staffing is a staffing agency headquartered in Baltimore, MD. Our goal is to CREATE an extraordinary experience for our health care professionals. Our roots are nurse owned and operated so we know what clinicians want - lots of options, a smooth and informed placement process, competitive and accurate pay, great customer service and responsiveness to requests, and advocacy when there is an issue. When AMS was founded in 2001, we started our company with a mission to be a better agency than our competitors. We have always put a heavy emphasis into what is best for our employees, not necessarily just our clients or our company. You are not an expense as you may be to a hospital; you are an asset. We take employee advocacy seriously; you are not just a number to us. The end result is that you don`t work for us; we work for you. Since starting in Baltimore, MD, we continue to grow throughout the country. Check out our industry leading reviews on Google and Indeed to see how much our clinicians enjoy working with us!


· Benefits:

AMS offers an array of benefits for any employee working 30 hours or more! Those eligible employees who choose to participate will pay the premiums with deductions from their pre-tax earnings.

We offer a complete benefits package including Health Insurance, 401K with up to 2% match, Life, Vision, and Dental.

From health and wellness support, financial or legal needs, or help with life's everyday challenges, our Employee Assistance Program provides you with resources, services and discounts to help you manage your unique concerns and save time, energy and money.

We also offer additional Employee Perks that you can enjoy as an AMS employee:

  • Scrubin – Uniform Discounts
  • Working Advantage – unlimited access to thousands of exclusive discounts and special offers nationwide for theme parks, shows, tours, attractions, sports, concerts, hotels, rental cars, retail gift cards, movie tickets and much more
  • Hotel Engine - Save up to 60% when booking hotel rooms, with access to more than 700,000 deeply discounted hotels worldwide.
  • Discounted Pet Insurance
  • Wellness Program, including fitness, nutrition and financial wellness
  • Betterhelp - 1 month of free therapy, followed by a discounted rate for our Healthcare Professionals and their family members.
  • Win Win Referral Bonus - $500 for you, and $500 for them!
Benefits
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Life insurance
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
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About American Medical Staffing

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American Medical Staffing is a staffing agency headquartered in Baltimore, MD. Our goal is to CREATE an extraordinary experience for our health care professionals. Our roots are nurse owned and operated so we know what clinicians want - lots of options, a smooth and informed placement process, competitive and accurate pay, great customer service and responsiveness to requests, and advocacy when there is an issue. When AMS was founded in 2001, we started our company with a mission to be a better agency than our competitors. We have always put a heavy emphasis into what is best for our employees, not necessarily just our clients or our company. You are not an expense as you may be to a hospital; you are an asset. We take employee advocacy seriously; you are not just a number to us. The end result is that you don`t work for us; we work for you. Since starting in Baltimore, MD, we continue to grow throughout the country. Check out our industry leading reviews to see how much our clinicians enjoy working with us!

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Hunt Valley, MD, US

Year founded

2001

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