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Contract Psych Rn Jobs in Tacoma, WA (NOW HIRING)

MedPro Healthcare Staffing

Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

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MedPro Healthcare Staffing

Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

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MedPro Healthcare Staffing

Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

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MedPro Healthcare Staffing

Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

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MedPro Healthcare Staffing

Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

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MedPro Healthcare Staffing

Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

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TNAA TotalMed RN

Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric

Auburn, WA · On-site

$1.9K - $2.7K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Psychiatric - Psych RN - Travel Nurse About TNAA TotalMed RN TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization ...

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TNAA TotalMed RN

Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Psychiatric - Psych RN - Travel Nurse About TNAA TotalMed RN TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization ...

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TNAA TotalMed RN

Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Psychiatric - Psych RN - Travel Nurse About TNAA TotalMed RN TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization ...

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How much do contract psych rn jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average weekly pay for contract psych rn in Tacoma, WA is $2,207.77, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,859.62 and $2,550.00 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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Infographic showing various Contract Psych Rn job openings in Tacoma, WA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $114,804 per year, or $55.2 per hour.

Travel Nurse RN - Psych - $2,148 per week in Auburn, WA

TravelNurseSource

Auburn, WA • On-site

$2.1K/wk

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) | Psych Location: Auburn, WA Agency: Magnet Medical Pay: $2,148 per week Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 19 Weeks Start Date: 9/8/2026

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with Magnet Medical to find a qualified Psych RN in Auburn, Washington, 98001!
Purpose of the Position: Responsible for the delivery of direct patient care using the nursing process and as defined by the healthcare facility in their unit specific job description. Requirements: -Graduate of an RN program -Previous work experience as an RN -Current unrestricted RN license in the state Workplace conditions: -Frequent lifting, bending, and reaching -May require lifting to 80 pounds (using proper techniques) -May require standing and walking 2-5 hours at a time -May have exposure to chemicals, radiation, infectious diseases/waste and/or blood borne pathogens

About Magnet Medical

  We are new and nimble!  Even though our company is new we have over 30 years of experience in the Healthcare Staffing world. We have taken all the exceptional things we’ve learned over the years and put them into Magnet MEdical.  We are committed to providing the best Quality, Care, Service and Support to those who are providing care to the patients.  We work with Hospitals and Skilled Nursing Facilities across all 50 states. We can’t do our jobs without you so let’s work together to help you meet all of your goals! 

  We have recently merged two staffing companies to create Magnet Medical which allows us to offer more opportunities to our travelers!

Modalities we staff:

  • Registered Nurses
  • LPN/LVN
  • PT's and PTA's
  • OT's and COTA's
  • SLP
  • Surgical Tech's
  • Sterile Processing Tech's

Since we are new and nimble, we are not set in our ways so that we can be flexible to our candidate and client needs. We are here when you need us!

Requirements Required for Onboarding
  • BLS
  • Competency Exam
  • Psych

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