RN - 13-Week Behavioral Health Night Shift, $60/hr

East Tennessee Behavioral Health; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13-week contract

Conversion bonus $10k (FT Days)

Conversion bonus $15k (FT Nights)

Hourly rate $60

Job summary

East Tennessee Behavioral Health in Knoxville is seeking experienced Registered Nurses for a 13-week short-term contract. The role offers a flat rate of $60 per hour with 12-hour night shifts on a full-time schedule. There are conversion bonuses of $10,000 for FT Days and $15,000 for FT Nights if the assignment converts.

Opportunities for conversion may occur after the contract period. This is a temporary assignment with no travel stipend or reimbursements.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited school of nursing.
• Must possess a current RN license as required by state employment.
• One year of nursing experience; psychiatric, behavioral, or substance use nursing a plus.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required.
• First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate care by assessing patients’ physical and behavioral health needs.
• Develop and implement nursing care plans.
• Maintain medical records and educate patients and families about health conditions.
• Administer medications per orders and document administration.
• Transcribe physician orders accurately and ensure adherence to policies.
• Complete admission and discharge processing efficiently.
• Demonstrate therapeutic rapport while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Coordinate unit activities and communicate with staff and patients.

Skills

Psychiatric nursing experience

De-escalation training

CPR certification

Medication administration

Patient education

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Accredited nursing program

Job description

East Tennessee Behavioral Health in Knoxville is seeking experienced Registered Nurses for a 13-week short-term contract. The role offers a flat rate of $60 per hour with 12-hour night shifts on a full-time schedule. There are conversion bonuses of $10,000 for FT Days and $15,000 for FT Nights if the assignment converts.

Opportunities for conversion may occur after the contract period. This is a temporary assignment with no travel stipend or reimbursements.