Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric - $1,134 per week

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric for a travel nursing job in Holyoke, Massachusetts. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Psychiatric Discipline: RN Start Date: 03/23/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Travel Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) – Behavioral Health | Holyoke, MA (12?hr Nights) Travel Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) – Holyoke, MA. 13?week travel contract, 12?hour nights; BLS & HWC required. Join a dedicated behavioral health team serving adult, pediatric, and geriatric mental health patients in the scenic Pioneer Valley (zip 01040). Job Details Location: Holyoke, MA 01040 (Pioneer Valley, Western Massachusetts) Role: Travel Psychiatric Registered Nurse (Psych RN) – Behavioral Health Division Setting: 118?bed inpatient Behavioral Health unit Assignment Type: 13?week Travel Contract (March 23, 2026 – June 22, 2026) Shift: 12?hour nights (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM) Hours per Week: 36 guaranteed Weekend Hours: Yes Call Requirements: None EHR: Cerner (experience preferred) Dress Code: Grey scrubs (no hooded sweatshirts) Estimated Weekly Salary: $1,010–$1,060/week Qualifications & Requirements Active RN license (Massachusetts RN or compact state license accepted) — must meet state requirements for travel RN licensure BLS certification (American Heart Association required) Handle With Care (HWC) certification required Minimum 1 year psychiatric/behavioral health nursing experience preferred (mental health nursing, crisis intervention, de?escalation) Strong de?escalation and crisis intervention skills; experience with adult, pediatric, and geriatric behavioral health populations Ability to float between units and adapt to a fast?paced inpatient behavioral health environment Must pass background check Key Responsibilities Provide compassionate, evidence?based psychiatric nursing care to patients with diagnoses such as schizophrenia, depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder Assess, monitor, and document psychiatric symptoms, vitals, and patient progress in Cerner EHR Collaborate with the interdisciplinary behavioral health team to develop and implement individualized care plans Utilize clinical equipment (EKG, vitals monitors, glucometers) as needed Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment using de?escalation and crisis intervention techniques Float across patient floors to support unit staffing and continuity of care Why Join This Travel Nursing Opportunity Work as a Travel RN in a supportive behavioral health team—great for career growth in psychiatric nursing and mental health care Gain Cerner EHR experience on an inpatient behavioral health unit Guaranteed 36 hours/week and the structure of a 13?week travel contract Live and explore Holyoke and the Pioneer Valley—easy access to parks, community events, and nearby urban centers in Massachusetts Apply now for this Travel Psychiatric RN (Psych RN) role in Holyoke, MA. Join our behavioral health team and make a meaningful impact on patients' lives. Click to apply or contact our recruitment team to learn more about this Massachusetts travel nursing opportunity. Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. GHR Healthcare Job ID 465161. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Psych About GHR Healthcare For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.