Travel Behavioral Health RN - $1,685 per week

Focus Staff; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 76,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Travel reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Referral bonus ($600)

Loyalty bonus ($1,200)

Company provided housing options

Referral bonus

Loyalty bonus

Direct deposit

Guaranteed hours

Travel assistance

24/7 support

Housing options

Housing stipend

Pet-friendly accommodations

Access to discounts

Job summary

A leading travel nurse staffing agency is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric to provide essential psychiatric care in Hickory, North Carolina. This position requires a valid NC RN license and at least one year of experience in psychiatric nursing. You'll work 36 hours a week over three 12-hour night shifts. The agency offers attractive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, travel reimbursement, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a psychiatric setting is required.
• Must possess a valid NC RN license.
• BLS certification is necessary.
• Eligibility to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychiatric nursing care at a medical facility.
• Work 36 hours a week (3x12 nights).
• Manage patient care and collaborate with healthcare teams.

Skills

Psychiatric nursing

BLS certification

Communication skills

Education

Valid NC RN license

1 year of experience in a psychiatric setting

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

Focus Staff is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric to provide psychiatric nursing care at a medical facility in Hickory, North Carolina.

• Specialty: Psychiatric
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 03/16/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Hours: 36 hours per week (3x12 nights)
• Employment Type: Travel

Benefits for Psychiatric RNs

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Licensure reimbursement
• Travel reimbursement
• Relocation assistance
• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• Competitive pay
• Referral bonus ($600)
• Loyalty bonus ($1,200)
• Daily/weekly pay via direct deposit
• Guaranteed hours (based on employer)
• Travel assistance
• 24/7 support
• Company provided housing options and housing stipend
• Pet-friendly accommodations
• Access to discounts, coupons and rewards for hotels
• Access to jobs in all 50 states
• Painless credentialing process
• Equal Opportunity Employer, Joint Commission Certified

Requirements

• 1 year of experience in a psychiatric setting (2 years preferred)
• Valid NC RN license
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
• Eligibility to work in the United States

About Focus Staff

Focus Staff is a traveler‑first nurse and healthcare staffing agency. We prioritize the needs of our travelers, giving you complete control over your journey. Our mission is to help healthcare heroes thrive, no matter where your journey takes you.

Other Information

• Job City: Hickory
• Shift: 3x12 Nights
• Job ID: a0xVt00000I9m9VIAR

Focus Staff is an EEO/AA Employer.

Estimated pay package based on bill rate at time job was posted. Bill rates can change frequently and without notice. Exact pay package may vary based on guaranteed hours, travel distance, demand, experience, etc.

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