Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN)

Amergis; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

Job summary

Amergis, formerly Maxim Healthcare Staffing, seeks a Psychiatric/Mental Health Registered Nurse to deliver comprehensive care across hospital, clinic, and community settings. The role emphasizes prevention, education, assessment, and treatment of mental health and substance use disorders to promote well-being.

The PMH RN coordinates patient care using sound clinical judgment and critical thinking, supporting individuals, families, and communities while complying with federal, state, and local

Qualifications

• Must hold an active RN license in the state.
• CPR certification if applicable.
• TB questionnaire or chest x-ray if applicable.
• Health certificate as per contract or state regulation.
• Meets federal, state and local requirements.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health and substance use care across settings.
• Assess, diagnose and treat patients with mental health needs.
• Coordinate patient care with clinical judgment and teamwork.

Skills

Nursing

Psychosocial care

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Education

RN License

Job description

The Psychiatric/Mental Health (PMH) 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 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 PMH RN works in a variety of settings and provides comprehensive care to individuals, families, and communities when applicable.

Minimum Requirements:

• Current Registered Nurse Licensure in-state practicing
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray 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

Benefits

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.

Job Category: Nursing

Job Function: Nursing | RN | RN - Psychiatric

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0287

Contract Duration: 6

Pay Rate: $720 / Week

Date Posted: 2026-09-08T18:51:03