Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric - $2,810 per week

First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric for a travel nursing job in Concord, Massachusetts. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Psychiatric Discipline: RN Start Date: 04/13/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours, evenings Employment Type: Travel RN - Psychiatric (Nursing) – Concord, MA Contract Duration: 13 Weeks (04/06/2026 – 07/04/2026) Shift: Evenings (15:00 – 23:30) | 40 Hours Weekly (5x8s) Schedule: Every Weekend (Sat & Sun) Required; Every Other Holiday; No On-Call. Job Summary: Seeking an experienced Psychiatric Registered Nurse for their North 5 unit. This is a 13-week travel assignment in a high-quality acute care setting located in historic Concord. As a member of the behavioral health team, you will manage acute psychiatric patients during the evening shift, requiring strong clinical assessment skills and a mastery of de-escalation techniques. This role is ideal for a nurse who thrives in an environment that prioritizes patient safety and therapeutic excellence. Key Responsibilities Acute Psychiatric Care: Provide comprehensive nursing care to adult patients in an acute inpatient psychiatric setting. Crisis Intervention: Utilize CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) Blue-certified techniques to safely de-escalate agitated patients and manage behavioral emergencies. Medication Management: Administer psychotropic medications, monitoring for efficacy and side effects such as extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS). Therapeutic Milieu: Lead and maintain a safe therapeutic environment, facilitating group interactions and individualized care plans. Clinical Assessment: Conduct thorough mental status exams and ongoing risk assessments for self-harm or aggression. Collaborative Care: Coordinate with psychiatrists, social workers, and the multidisciplinary team to prepare for patient discharge and follow-up. Requirements & Qualifications Experience: Minimum 2 years of psychiatric nursing experience, including acute care experience. Traveler Status: Travel experience is REQUIRED for this position. Licensure: Active Massachusetts (MA) RN License . Certifications: CPI Blue Certification (Mandatory). BLS (AHA) – Required. Unit & Facility Details Address: Concord, MA 01742. Shift Info: Consistent 3p–11:30p schedule. Note: This position requires working every Saturday and Sunday . Financial & Logistics Notes Local Rate: A Rate decrease applies for local candidates. Overtime: Weekly OT after 40 hours. Reason for Requisition: Full-time vacancy. Clinical Spotlight: The Evening Psych RN Working the 3p–11:30p shift in an acute psych unit often means managing the "sundowning" period and late-day admissions. Your CPI Blue training will be your most valuable tool as you navigate the shift's peak activity levels. Your ability to maintain a calm, authoritative presence while managing a 40-hour weekly schedule—including every weekend—is essential to the stability of the North 5 unit. Concord is a beautiful, historic town famous for Walden Pond and its literary history. Job ID: AN-0570 Requirements & Qualifications: - Experience: Minimum 2 years of psychiatric nursing experience, including acute care experience. - Traveler Status: Travel experience is REQUIRED for this position. - Licensure: Active Massachusetts (MA) RN License. - Certifications: CPI Blue Certification (Mandatory). - BLS (AHA) – Required. About First Connect Health At First Connect Health , we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency , headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do. By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry. But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because: ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey. ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals. ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences. ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step. When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare. Benefits Medical benefits Sick pay 401k retirement plan Weekly pay Referral bonus