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CommonSpirit Health

Psych RN

Council Bluffs, IA · On-site

$1.6K - $2.3K/wk

Sign on bonus: $10,000 Educational Assistance (loan forgiveness): $10,000 As a Registered Nurse ... psychological, physiological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic and lifestyle factors * Plan ...

Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital

RN - Psych

Ottumwa, IA · On-site

$2.2K/wk

... RN Specialty Psych Job ID 18645728 Job Title RN - Psych Weekly Pay $2209.0 Shift Details Shift 7P ... No pay cuts mid-contract * Referral bonus (up to $1000 per referral!) * License reimbursement if ...

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Psychiatric Nurse Psych RN

Adair, IA · On-site

$2.0K - $2.1K/wk

Must have 1 year of Psych/Behavioral Health experience * IA or compact RN license, BLS, & CPI ... Continuum provides travel / contract assignments, temp to hire

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How much do contract psych rn jobs pay per week?

As of Jul 3, 2026, the average weekly pay for contract psych rn in Iowa is $1,930.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,625.00 and $2,230.77 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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Psych RN

CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs

Council Bluffs, IA • On-site

$36 - $52.20/hr

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

Job description


Job Summary and Responsibilities

Sign on bonus:  $10,000

Educational Assistance (loan forgiveness):  $10,000

As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will be a pivotal healthcare professional, delivering compassionate, high-quality care that truly impacts our patients' well-being and recovery.
To thrive in this vital role, you will possess keen assessment skills, acute critical thinking, and a patient-first mindset, driven by a profound enthusiasm to help others. Your sense of urgency and dedication to excellence in a fast-paced environment will not only support patient recovery but also fuel your own career advancement.

  • Follow the nursing process which includes: assess, plan, implement, and evaluate. The nursing process is an ongoing process that can end at any stage.
  • Assessment - Demonstrates a systematic, dynamic way to collect and analyze the following healthcare consumer data including: psychological, physiological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic and lifestyle factors
  • Plan – Sets measurable and achievable short and long term goals according to standards of care based on the assessment by the nurse in collaboration with the healthcare consumer and multidisciplinary team.
  • Implement – Implements and/or modifies the plan of care using assessment data, clinical reasoning based upon standards of care and evidence based practice. This includes care coordination, education and discharge planning. The nurse is accountable for the care directly, indirectly or through delegation. Professional and legal standards for delegation must be followed.
  • Evaluate – Uses a systematic ongoing process to evaluate progress towards identified healthcare consumer goals. Revision of plan of care when needed involving the healthcare consumer and the multidisciplinary team.
  • Documents all phases of the nursing process in the healthcare consumer’s record.
Job Requirements
  • Graduate of an RN nursing program, upon hire
  • Registered Nurse: NE, upon hire and
  • Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire
Where You'll Work

At CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs, patients are at the heart of our care. Our campus is designed to heal the body, mind and spirit of every person in a more comfortable, less stressful hospital environment. Our full range of medical services include a new pavilion featuring enhancements in heart and vascular care, surgery, maternity, cancer care, and diagnostic imaging.

Qualifications:
  • Graduate of an RN nursing program, upon hire
  • Registered Nurse: NE, upon hire and
  • Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire
Employment Type: Full Time

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