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Contract Psych Rn Jobs in Providence, RI (NOW HIRING)

Registered Nurse (RN) Location: 160 Main St #4037, Walpole, MA 02081 Facility ... Aspire Rehab and Healthcare Shift: 8hrs (Days) - Five Days in a week that includes EOW Contract: 13 ...

Department: Psych Acute Shift: Part Time 32 Hrs, 8 Hr - Evening Shift 2:45pm-11:15pm At Landmark ... Registered nurses (RNs) perform basic duties that include treating patients, educating patients ...

Contract Duration: 5 weeks to 13 weeks - may be extended based on business need. Facility RN Class: Critical care/intensive care unit, Step Down, Emergency Department, Medical/Surgical, L&D ...

Registered Nurse

Pawtucket, RI · On-site

$35.70 - $71.40/hr

Registered Nurse: Out-patient/Community Behavioral Health setting Serve a client base with lower ... Nursing physical/behavioral health assessments and required physiological, psychological, and ...

Registered Nurse

Pawtucket, RI · On-site

$35.70 - $71.40/hr

Registered Nurse: Out-patient/Community Behavioral Health setting Serve a client base with lower ... Nursing physical/behavioral health assessments and required physiological, psychological, and ...

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How much do contract psych rn jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average weekly pay for contract psych rn in Providence, RI is $2,076.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,748.08 and $2,400.00 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 Providence, RI as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 53% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 28% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,996 per year, or $51.9 per hour.

Registered Nurse (RN) - Psych, Evenings

UHS

South Attleboro, MA • On-site

$5.0K/mo

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 254 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Responsibilities

Registered Nurse (RN) Opportunity - Evenings

This is an evening position (3pm - 11:30pm) with the opportunity to work either full-time (32 hrs/week) or part-time (24 hrs/week). There is opportunity for overtime and to cover various shifts if interested. New graduates are welcome to apply!

Fuller Hospital is a 109-bed licensed, private psychiatric facility located in South Attleboro, Massachusetts providing inpatient and outpatient behavioral health services to residents of Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Inpatient units are designed to treat adults with general psychiatric or intellectual disabilities, as well as adolescents with general psychiatric issues. Patients with co-occurring psychiatric and substance abuse disorders can be treated on most units. Fuller Hospital also provides a less intensive Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) to patients with psychiatric and co-occurring psychiatric and substance abuse disorders.

Benefits for our Registered Nurse (RN) includes:

  • Student loan repayment - $200/month
  • Tuition Reimbursement - $5,000 / year
  • Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University
  • In-house Psychiatric Nurse Residency Transition-to-Practice Orientation (20 CEUs)
  • Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ locations!
  • Diverse programming to expand your experience and energize you career
  • HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses
  • Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
  • Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
  • 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
  • Pet Insurance
  • SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
  • More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

If you would like to learn more about the Registered Nurse (RN) position before applying, please contact Asifa Nishat, Group Recruiter, by phone at 508-212-7157 (call or text) or by email at asifa.nishat@uhsinc.com.

 

What do our current nurses value at Fuller Hospital & UHS?

 

A safe and supportive environment that puts patient care first and values the nursing profession. One of the most rewarding aspects of working as a Registered Nurse (RN) is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. You are never alone, as you are part of a large, nationwide network of peer nurses and nursing leaders that educate the field, routinely exchange ideas, and review current topics within the industry. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career through our Charge, Supervisor and Nurse Manager-in-training programs and nursing executive tract. We are proud of our robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement as a Registered Nurse (RN) with UHS. We want to help you succeed and grow in your profession and enjoy a sense of belonging and trust that comes through your expanding experience. At UHS, you have a voice.

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500® corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com.

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Qualifications

Requirements

  • Current license to practice nursing in Massachusetts (or eligible to receive or renew)
  • BSN preferred
  • 2 years prior hospital nursing experience preferred. 1 year prior behavioral health nursing experience preferred.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams

We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as Recruiters from UHS, and our subsidiary hospitals and facilities. Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information.

At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc.

If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.

Qualifications:

Requirements

  • Current license to practice nursing in Massachusetts (or eligible to receive or renew)
  • BSN preferred
  • 2 years prior hospital nursing experience preferred. 1 year prior behavioral health nursing experience preferred.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams

We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as Recruiters from UHS, and our subsidiary hospitals and facilities. Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information.

At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc.

If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.

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Universal Health Services (UHS) is a major player in the healthcare industry, based in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, U.S. Founded in 1978, UHS offers hospital and healthcare services. Their diverse services range from acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers nationwide. The company's mission of enhancing the health and well-being of their patients is reflected in their commitment to 'Helping Individuals Live Longer, Healthier and Happier Lives'. Universal Health Services' consistent growth and success in their industry have been recognized on numerous occasions, including being ranked amongst the Fortune 500 list of largest companies.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

King of Prussia, PA, US