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Contract Psych Rn Jobs in Topeka, KS (NOW HIRING)

Contract (W-2) License/Certs: Active Kansas Registered Nurse License, BLS Experience: 1+ year recent MS RN experience; step-down or medical floor experience preferred Pay & Benefits * Pay Package:

Discipline: RN * Start Date: ASAP * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours ... Before every contract, clinicians complete an engagement letter review that outlines pay packages ...

LPN Topeka

Topeka, KS ยท On-site

DETAILS: Job Type: Part-time or Full-time (contracts available) Coverage Needed: 8 or 12 hour ... DeSoto; RN; Registered Nurse; Hospital; Tecumseh Powered by JazzHR pJioTzNGx8

Travel RN Mother Baby

Topeka, KS ยท On-site

$1.9K - $2.0K/wk

Travel/Contract Pay: $1959 - $2062 per week Shift: 4x12 Nights Start Date: ASAP Contract Length: 12-week Position: RN Mother Baby (Travel/Contract) We're hiring experienced RN Mother Baby for a 12 ...

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How much do contract psych rn jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 3, 2026, the average weekly pay for contract psych rn in Topeka, KS is $1,934.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,628.85 and $2,234.62 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 Topeka, KS as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 11% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 72% Contract. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $100,604 per year, or $48.4 per hour.

Senior Adult Psych RN in Overland, KS

Vivian Health

Lawrence, KS โ€ข On-site

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago


Job description

Registered Nurse RN Senior Adult Psych

Strong staffing Support when it matters most. Technology and tools that streamline patient monitoring and communication to help you work more efficiently. Robust supply chains to keep you fully equipped. Ongoing clinical education to improve your skills. As a Registered Nurse at Research Medical Center, youโ€™ll have all the staffing support, technology and resources you need to deliver safe, high-quality careโ€”so you can focus on what you do best.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Registered Nurse coordinates and delivers high quality, patient-centered care per the nature and specific requirements of the department, and consistent with the scope and standards of practice for the relevant state and specialty. In collaboration with medical providers and other members of the care team, the RN provides individualized, comprehensive, and compassionate care using established nursing models such as โ€œAssess, Perform, Teach, and Manage.โ€ The RN serves as an advocate for patients/families/caregivers and models a commitment to the organizationโ€™s vision/mission/values to support an unparalleled patient experience and clinical outcomes that contribute to overall departmental performance.

What you will do in this role:

  • Assesses patient condition during admission and during each shift as scheduled and/or as needed, identifying and reporting any changes in patient status.
  • Performs procedures, monitoring, or other functions as ordered by the medical provider(s). Documents the administration of care in the patient medical record in a timely and thorough manner.
  • Performs exceptional care by responding promptly to patient requests. Strives to anticipate patient needs and resolve them proactively.
  • Manages the quality of care by collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate, evaluate, customize, and deliver a holistic patient treatment plan that promotes and supports recovery.
  • Manages the continuation of care by serving as the interface between healthcare providers and community support systems who coordinate ongoing care needs for specialized patient groups.
What qualifications you will need:
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
  • Nonviolent Crisis Intervention must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date
  • (RN) Registered Nurse
  • Registered Nurse Diploma
 
  • No Travel Required 
  • No experience Required Years of Experience
Benefits

Research Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location

Research Medical Center is a 585+ bed hospital. Our hospital offers an array of medical and health clinic services. This includes women's services offering obstetrics and fertility, an emergency room, and a trauma center. We offer a Stroke Center, a walk-in clinic, and orthopedics across three Kansas City locations. Our specialty care areas include a Chest Pain Center, Level I Trauma Center, Breast Care Center, Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Programs, and Primary Stroke Center. We are one of 10 HCA Midwest Health hospitals in Kansas City and surrounding areas

Research Psychiatric Center is a 95+ bed facility. We offer acute inpatient, day treatment, and community-based outpatient behavioral healthcare. We treat adolescents, adults, and senior adults for emotional disorders, mental illness, and substance abuse. Our professional staff includes psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and licensed professional counselors. We are committed to delivering our patients skilled compassionate care regardless of age or circumstance.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the Worldโ€™s Most Ethical Companiesยฎ by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Nurses are essential to the delivery of healthcare and serve as its foundation. At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to equipping nurses with the tools and resources they need to deliver exceptional patient care, championing the profession, and supporting the advancement of nursingโ€™s future."

Erica Rossitto, MBA/HCM, BSN, RN, NEA-BC

Senior Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive

HCA Healthcare

If growth and continued learning is important to you, we encourage you to apply for our Registered Nurse RN Senior Adult Psych opening. Our team will promptly review your application. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.