RN Psychiatric – Adolescent-$2,436-$2,996/WEEK

Amergis; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 111,000 - 136,000; 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 is seeking a Travel RN specialized in Psychiatric/Mental Health for adolescent care in the Owensboro, KY area. The role offers a rotating 36/48 hour schedule with night shift (6:30 PM–6:30 AM) and weekly pay. Expect comprehensive behavioral health duties, evaluation, and coordination of care across facilities.

Competitive weekly pay and full benefits including health, dental, vision, and 401(k) are provided. Requires active RN licensure, CPR, and health certification where applicable.

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• Provide psychiatric/mental health nursing care to adolescents and other patients as assigned
• Assess, diagnose, and treat mental health and substance use disorders
• Coordinate patient care across settings with critical thinking and clinical judgment

Skills

RN licensure

CPR

TB screening

Health certificate

Federal/state compliance

18+ years

Job description

$2,436-$2,996/WEEK (Travel)-RN Psychiatric – Adolescent

$50 HR (Local)

36/48 Hour Rotating Schedule

Night Shift 6:30 PM-6:30 AM

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: Travel

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0148

Contract Duration: 13

Pay Rate: $2996 / Week

Date Posted: 2026-08-04T16:32:46