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Acadia Healthcare

FT Temp RN $65 hr

Fort Smith, AR · On-site

$65/hr

FT Temp RN - Days and Nights (12hr shifts) • $65/hr 13week assignment • Valley Behavioral Health • Barling, AR If you're an RN who wants meaningful work without the longterm commitment, this ...

Acadia Healthcare

FT Temp RN $65 hr

Fort Smith, AR · On-site

$65/hr

Overview FT Temp RN - Days and Nights (12-hr shifts) • $65/hr 13-week assignment • Valley Behavioral Health • Barling, AR If you're an RN who wants meaningful work without the long-term ...

Acadia Healthcare

FT Temp RN $65 hr

Barling, AR

$65/hr

FT Temp RN - Days and Nights (12‑hr shifts) $65/hr 13‑week assignment • Valley Behavioral Health • Barling, AR If you're an RN who wants meaningful work without the long‑term commitment ...

Acadia Healthcare

FT Temp RN $65 hr

Fort Smith, AR

$65/hr

Overview FT Temp RN - Days and Nights (12-hr shifts) • $65/hr 13-week assignment • Valley Behavioral Health • Barling, AR If you're an RN who wants meaningful work without the long-term ...

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As of May 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary rn in Arkansas is $42.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.74 and $44.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Temporary RN job is a short-term nursing position where a registered nurse (RN) is hired for a specific period to fill staffing needs. These roles can be found in hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, or through staffing agencies. Temporary RNs may cover for staff shortages, seasonal demand, or special projects. Assignments can range from a few weeks to several months, offering flexibility and diverse work experiences.

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To thrive as a Temporary RN, you need current RN licensure, clinical nursing knowledge, and experience providing patient care across various settings. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR), medical equipment, and basic life support (BLS) certification are typically required. Strong adaptability, communication, and time-management skills help Temporary RNs quickly integrate into new teams and workflows. These attributes are essential to ensure seamless patient care and maintain high standards during short-term assignments.

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Temporary RN positions often offer a range of shift options, including days, evenings, nights, and weekends, depending on the healthcare facility's immediate needs. Flexibility is highly valued, as assignments can vary in length and may require floating between departments or covering staff shortages on short notice. Many Temporary RNs appreciate the opportunity to gain diverse experiences and choose schedules that fit their availability. It's important to clearly discuss expectations and preferences with your recruiter or hiring manager to ensure your assignments align with your personal and professional needs.
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FT Temp RN $65 hr

FT Temp RN $65 hr

Valley Behavioral Health

Fort Smith, AR • On-site

$65/hr

Temporary

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

OverviewFT Temp RN - Days and Nights (12hr shifts) $65/hr

13week assignment Valley Behavioral Health Barling, AR

If you're an RN who wants meaningful work without the longterm commitment, this temp role delivers. Join a team that's serious about behavioral health and make a real impact every shift.

Work in a beautiful Arkansas River Valley setting with a team that values experience, professionalism, and steady hands.

Make a difference. Keep your flexibility. Bring your expertise.

 Responsibilities

REGISTERED NURSE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Provide and coordinate care by assessing patients' physical and behavioral health needs.
  • Develop and implement nursing care plans.
  • Maintain medical records and educate patients and their families about various physical and behavioral health conditions.
  • Provide nursing care and services within the standards and scope of nursing practice as defined within the state Nurse Practice Act regulations, policies, procedures, and protocols, as well as facility and corporate policies and procedures.
  • Ensure physicians' orders are legible if taken verbally and transcribed appropriately per policy and procedure.
  • Ensure patients' status is assessed on an ongoing basis and pertinent information is gathered and documented.
  • Notify physicians of significant changes in status such as difficulties with detox, medical emergency, change in medical status regarding response to medications, and related challenges.
  • Ensure that initial nursing treatment plans are completed upon admission and that all nursing treatment plans are specific to assessed needs.
  • Demonstrate knowledge and utilization of universal precautions in providing direct patient care.
  • Accurately administer medications per ordered note.
  • Document accurate count of controlled substance medication administration on required documents.
  • Complete admission and discharge processing efficiently and accurately as directed.
  • Exhibit therapeutic rapport with patients by maintaining professional boundaries, respecting personal space, giving patients direct attention, and maintaining rational detachment.
  • Provide direction or coordinate the activities of the unit as directed.
  • Communicate therapeutically and professionally with patients, visitors, co-workers, and others involved inpatient treatment.
Qualifications

EDUCATION/LICENSURE/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS

  • Must have graduated from an accredited school of nursing.
  • Must possess a current Registered Nurse (RN) license as required by AR or be eligible to practice nursing in accordance with state requirements
  • One year of nursing experience; previous psychiatric, mental, behavioral, or substance abuse nursing experience a plus
  • CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
  • First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements

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