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Luke Staffing

Registered Nurse

Suffolk, VA

... under the contract. DUTIES: · Perform a full range of RN duties in accordance with assignment ... Provide physical and psychological support to patients and significant others, explain procedures ...

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Prime Time Healthcare

Psych

Portsmouth, VA · On-site

$1.8K - $2.0K/wk

Now Hiring: RN Psych - Portsmouth, VA Job ID: JOB-403234 Weekly Pay Range: $1822.40-$2036.80 wk Shift: Nights Duration: 13 wks Are you a passionate RN professional looking for a new adventure? Prime ...

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How much do contract psych rn jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average weekly pay for contract psych rn in Hampton, VA is $1,986.81, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,673.08 and $2,296.15 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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.

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.

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Infographic showing various Contract Psych Rn job openings in Hampton, VA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% As Needed, 42% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 5% Temporary, and 32% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $103,314 per year, or $49.7 per hour.

RN - Med - Psych Nurse

Childrens Hospital of The Kings Daughters

Norfolk, VA

$33.67 - $50.51/hr

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

Children's Hospital Of The King's Daughters rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 29 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

347th of 1,060 rated hospitals

Job description

  • GENERAL SUMMARY

    • Plans, provides, and monitors individualized psychiatric and medical nursing care in response to specific patient needs within a defined scope of practice. Provides developmentally appropriate psychosocial and clinical care respective to the assigned patient population. Reports to department management.

  • ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
    • Plans, provides, and monitors individualized psychiatric and medical nursing care following established policies, procedures, and regulations.
    • Performs therapeutic nursing interventions as established by individualized plan of care for the preschool, school age or adolescent patient and the patient’s family.
    • Provides developmentally appropriate psychosocial and clinical care.
    • Communicates and collaborates effectively with all members of the healthcare team.
    • Performs other duties as assigned.

    • Core competencies:

      • Adept in conflict resolution.
      • Exceptional interpersonal communication.
      • Psychiatric population familiarity.
      • Medical and psychotropic medication knowledge.
      • Understands and evaluates data related to psychiatric emergency: Vital signs/LOC Glasgow coma scale; Lab tests (routine bloodwork, urine toxicology screen).
      • Demonstrates the understanding of emergency Mental Health Nurse and their role within ED. 
      • Demonstrates ability to support the therapeutic milieu, provide a safe environment, perform interventions to manage alterations in mental/behavioral health, and ensure patient and staff safety. 
  • LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
    • Current Virginia state license as a Registered Nurse or Registered Nurse holding a valid Compact State license. 
    • CPR Training required and/or must be obtained within 45 days of hire.
    • PALS required within 1 year of hire.
    • RN certification preferred.
  • MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
    • Must have an Associates in Nursing/Diploma in Nursing with applicable experience. BSN is preferred. 
    • Pediatric medical-surgical nursing experience preferred. 
    • Pediatric inpatient psychiatric or pediatric med-psych nursing experience is desirable.
    • Pediatric experience preferred.
  • WORKING CONDITIONS

    • Expected to work in a patient care environment with minimal exposure to environmental hazards such as, but not limited to, excessive noise, dust, or extremes in temperatures. Exposure to communicable diseases and moderately adverse working conditions due to the need to perform certain patient care activities can be expected.

  • PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
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