Psych | RN

GHR Healthcare; City of Saratoga Springs (NY); On-site; USD 80,990 - 86,905; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with Matching

Healthcare

Dental and Vision

Job summary

A leading healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) for a travel assignment in Saratoga Springs, NY. This role involves delivering compassionate care in an inpatient mental health setting, with a schedule requiring work every other weekend and holiday. Candidates must have an active RN license in New York and a minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar environment. Competitive weekly salary of $1,780–$1,910 offered with benefits including 401K matching.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of recent experience in an inpatient mental health or psychiatric unit.
• Applicants must not reside in specific NY counties.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate, evidence-based care to patients.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.

Skills

Inpatient mental health experience

BLS certification

EPIC EMR proficiency

De-Escalation training

Compassionate care

Education

Active RN license in NY

Job description

Overview

Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Saratoga Springs, NY

Advance your nursing career with a travel assignment as a Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) in Saratoga Springs, NY. This opportunity is suitable for experienced mental health nurses seeking travel RN positions in New York.

Key Details

• Location: Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
• Healthcare Setting: Inpatient Mental Health Unit
• Employment Type: Travel Registered Nurse
• Assignment Duration: 13 weeks (Start: 10/6/2025 – End: 1/3/2026)
• Shift: 12-Hour Nights (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Schedule: Every other weekend and holiday required
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $1,780–$1,910 per week

Qualifications

• Active RN license in the state of New York (NY)
• Minimum 2 years of recent experience in an inpatient mental health or psychiatric unit
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• De-Escalation training certification
• Proficiency with EPIC electronic medical records (EMR)
• Previous travel nursing experience preferred
• Applicants must not reside in the following NY counties: Warren, Washington, Fulton, Montgomery, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Columbia, Greene, Dutchess, Ulster, Albany

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate, evidence-based care to patients in an inpatient psychiatric/mental health setting
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to promote patient safety and recovery
• Utilize de-escalation techniques to manage challenging behaviors and ensure a safe environment
• Accurately document patient care and progress using EPIC EMR
• Participate in unit activities, including working every other weekend and holiday as scheduled

Benefits

• 401K with Matching
• Healthcare
• Dental and Vision

About GHR

With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way.

Get to know us: www.ghrhealthcare.com

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.