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PRIDE Health

Travel Adult Psych RN

Salem, MA · On-site

$1.9K - $2.7K/wk

Adult Psych RN Days/Eves/Nights Rotate & EOW 32hrs. *** ** FREE on-site Parking **Shift: Eves, 11am - 7:00pm.Unit Name: Epstein 4 Adult Psych.Brief Unit Description: 30-bed Adult Unit, ages 18-65 ...

MRINetwork Jobs

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Natick, MA · On-site

$1.8K - $2.5K/wk

Psychiatric Registered Nurse (Psych RN) Natick, MA Make a Meaningful Impact in Behavioral Health A respected Massachusetts healthcare organization is seeking compassionate and skilled Psychiatric ...

Meda Health

Travel Adult Psych RN

Salem, MA · On-site

$1.9K - $2.7K/wk

Travel Meda Health is looking for a Psych RN to work a travel assignment in an acute care hospital setting. Must have at least two years of experience, state licensure and BLS/CPI (at minimum)

GrapeTree Medical Staffing

Travel Adult Psych RN

Salem, MA · On-site

$1.9K - $2.7K/wk

Posted job title: RN - Psych About GrapeTree Medical Staffing GrapeTree Medical Staffing has over ... 13 week travel contracts in nursing homes, assisted living, skilled nursing and memory care ...

PRIDE Health

Travel Adult Psych RN

Salem, MA · On-site

$1.9K - $2.7K/wk

Adult Psych RN Days/Eves/Nights Rotate & EOW 36hrs. *** ** FREE on-site Parking **Unit Name: Epstein 4 Adult Psych.Brief Unit Description: 30-bed Adult Unit, ages 18-65 years. We treat patients with ...

WCS Healthcare Partners

Travel Adult Psych RN

Boston, MA · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

Minimum of 2 years of inpatient adult psych experience. * Active Massachusetts RN License. * American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) certification. * Proficient in the use of ...

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WCS Healthcare Partners

Travel Adult Psych RN

Boston, MA · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

Adult Psych RN - 32hrs. Day Rotate and EOW About WCS Healthcare Partners With WCS Healthcare Partners, every Job Seeker grows stronger, moving one step forward with each job placement. We take the ...

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Synergy Medical Staffing

Travel Adult Psych RN

Salem, MA · On-site

$1.9K - $2.7K/wk

Travel Travel, RN - Psych/Behavioral Health Location: Salem, Massachusetts Shift: 3X12 Nights, 19 ... As a travel, contract and permanent placement medical staffing company with over 20 years of ...

Synergy Medical Staffing

Travel Adult Psych RN

Salem, MA · On-site

$1.9K - $2.7K/wk

Travel Travel, RN - Psych/Behavioral Health Location: Salem, Massachusetts Shift: 5x8 Days, 08:00 ... As a travel, contract and permanent placement medical staffing company with over 20 years of ...

Stability Healthcare

Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric

Natick, MA · On-site

$1.8K - $2.5K/wk

Travel Stability Healthcare is looking for a Psych RN contract position in Natick, MA. It takes a special form of caring to be a psychiatric (psych) nurse. Psychiatric Nurses care for patients with ...

Anders Group

Travel Adult Psych RN

Salem, MA · On-site

$1.9K - $2.7K/wk

Adult Psych RN - 32hrs. Eves and EOW About Anders Group About Anders Group Why Anders? At Anders Group, we do things differently. As a Joint Commission-accredited healthcare staffing agency, we're ...

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How much do contract psych rn jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average weekly pay for contract psych rn in Boston, MA is $2,233.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,880.77 and $2,580.77 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?

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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Travel Adult Psych RN

PRIDE Health

Salem, MA • On-site

$1.9K - $2.7K/wk

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

PRIDE Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric for a travel nursing job in Salem, Massachusetts.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: Psychiatric
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 09/06/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 32 hours per week
  • Shift: 8 hours, rotating
  • Employment Type: Travel

*** Adult Psych RN Days/Eves/Nights
Rotate & EOW 32hrs. *** **
FREE on-site Parking **Shift: Eves, 11am - 7:00pm.Unit
Name: Epstein 4 Adult Psych.Brief
Unit Description: 30-bed
Adult Unit, ages 18-65 years. We treat patients with diverse types of mental
health issues (anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, schizophrenia, bipolar
disorder, borderline personality disorder, and dual diagnosis patients: detox
here on the unit while treating mental health issues), and some medically acute
patients (IVs, CPAPs, Wound Care, diabetic care).Years of Experience Required: 2
years minimum of inpatient adult psych experience.Skill
Sets Required: Proficient in using automatic medication
dispensing system (Omni Cell); proficient in the use of psychotropic
medications and side effects. Able to assume the role of charge nurse; able to
complete admissions and discharges. Competent in the use of IV pumps and care of
diabetic patients.Clinician to Patient Ratio: 1
RN to 7 or 8 patients.Patient
Population: Adult 18 to 65 years of age.Bed
Count: 30.EMR
(Charting System): EPIC.Floating
Required: Yes.Rotating
Shifts Required: Yes, for Day Rotate, (7a-7p, 11a-11p, 7p-7a). No
more than 2-3 shifts per time block and typically not for more than 1 or 2 time
blocks (4 week blocks). Nights position does not rotate.Certifications
Required: Active Massachusetts RN License. AHA BLS.Additional
Information: AVADE training offered on-site as well as lead EKG
training. Knowledge of the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health rules and
regulations. Rights of inpatient requirements related to restraint and
seclusion, legal statuses. Knowledge of laws pertaining to guardianship,
healthcare proxy (invoked vs confirmed) and court ordered Medication.

Pride Health Job ID #18898035. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 32.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN:Psych,07:00:00-15:00:00

About PRIDE Health

PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.


Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.


Benefits
  • Weekly pay
  • Holiday Pay
  • Guaranteed Hours
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Cancelation protection
  • Referral bonus
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
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About PRIDE Health

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PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global--an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry's leading healthcare organizations.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

New York, NY, US

Year founded

2010

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