Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN)

Amergis Healthcare Staffing; Butner (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Awards program

Job summary

Amergis Healthcare Staffing seeks a Psychiatric/Mental Health Registered Nurse for travel assignments in North Carolina. The role covers assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health conditions in diverse settings, with emphasis on prevention and education. Requires RN licensure and psych experience; PMH-BC preferred.

Travel opportunities, weekly pay, and extension options are offered. Orientation occurs before shifts; certain scheduling constraints apply, including no RTO during

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse Licensure in-state practicing.
• One year of psych experience preferred.
• PMH-BC certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive psychiatric/mental health nursing care.
• Assess, diagnose, and treat mental health and substance use disorders.
• Coordinate patient care with multidisciplinary team.

Skills

PMH experience

Clinical judgment

CPR certification

Empathy

Education

RN Licensure (in-state)

Tools

PMH-BC (preferred)

CPR

Job description

Available Shifts

• Days: 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM
• Nights: 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM
• 36/48-hour schedules available
• Every other weekend required

About the Facility

Central Regional Hospital (CRH) is the largest of North Carolina's three state psychiatric hospitals and is located just outside the Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill area. The facility has a strong track record of extending travelers who perform well throughout their assignments.

Orientation & Onboarding

• Mandatory 2-4 week orientation
• Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Travelers will move to their assigned shift after orientation completion
• No call-outs or RTO permitted during orientation
• Orientation always begins on day shift
• Maximum of 3 days RTO approved during the entire contract
• Unit assignment will be provided after offer acceptance
• Candidate must be available to attend pre-employment screening if offered
• Pre-employment screenings are held weekly on:
  • Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday
  • 10:00 AM or 1:30 PM

Dress Code

• Any solid-color scrubs

Submission Requirements

• Resume
• Criminal Consent Form
• OIG Exclusion Search Screenshot
• Flu Vaccine Record or Approved Exemption
• Professional References

Additional Information

• No client interview required
• Facility may contact candidates by phone and leave a voicemail if needed
• Long-standing traveler-friendly facility with strong extension opportunities

Pay Package Options

Local RN

• Pay Rate: $48/hr
• Weekly Gross: $1,728

Travel RN (40 Hours)

• Taxable Rate: $25/hr
• Housing Stipend: $770/week
• Weekly Gross Package: $2,146

Travel RN (36 Hours or 36/48 Schedule)

• Taxable Rate: $23/hr
• Housing Stipend: $770/week
• Weekly Gross Package: $2,074

The Psychiatric/Mental Health Registered Nurse, requires a wide range of nursing, psychosocial, and neurobiological expertise. PMH nurses promote well-being through prevention and education, in addition to the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health and substance use disorders. The Psychiatric/Mental Health Registered Nurse, demonstrates ability to make clinical judgments in an effective and efficient manner and demonstrates critical thinking and performance ability in the coordination of patient care. The Psychiatric/Mental Health Registered Nurse, works in a variety of settings and provides comprehensive care to individuals, families, and communities when applicable.

• Current Registered Nurse Licensure in-state practicing
• One year of psych experience preferred
• PMH-BC certification preferred
• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
• Current CPR if applicable
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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