Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric - $2,268 per week

GHR Healthcare; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 91,910 - 94,185; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with Matching

Healthcare

Dental and Vision

Job summary

A healthcare staffing company is looking for a Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) for a travel position in Centre Hall, Pennsylvania. The role requires providing compassionate care to psychiatric patients in inpatient settings with a focus on safety and support. Candidates should have an active RN license, experience in psychiatric nursing, and strong clinical skills. The position involves night shifts with a contract duration of 13 weeks and offers competitive weekly salary options ranging from $2020 to $2070.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Registered Nurse, preferably in psychiatric or mental health nursing.
• Experience working 12-hour night shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to float between psychiatric units as needed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care in inpatient psychiatric units.
• Administer medications and monitor patient responses.
• Provide crisis intervention and therapeutic communication to patients.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Clinical skills

Communication skills

Education

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license

Pennsylvania RN license or Compact nursing license

Job description

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric for a travel nursing job in Centre Hall, Pennsylvania.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Psychiatric
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift | Centre Hall, Pennsylvania

Advance your nursing career in mental health care as a Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) in Centre Hall, PA. Join our healthcare team and provide compassionate psychiatric nursing care to patients in a supportive inpatient setting. This travel nursing job offers a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in behavioral health while working in the scenic heart of Centre County, Pennsylvania.

Psychiatric RN Job Details

• Job Title: Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift
• Location: Centre Hall, PA 16828 (Central Pennsylvania nursing jobs)
• Healthcare Setting: Inpatient Psychiatric Units (Adult, Adolescent, Stabilization)
• Employment Type: Travel Nurse Contract
• Start Date: November 10, 2025
• End Date: February 8, 2026
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: Nights, 12-hour shifts (7:00pm – 7:30am)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Schedule: Every other weekend and holiday rotation required
• Floating: Required to float to all psychiatric units as needed (Adult, Adolescent, Stabilization)
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $2020 - $2070

Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Pennsylvania RN license required for PA residents; Compact nursing license accepted for non-PA residents
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Registered Nurse, preferably in psychiatric, behavioral health, or mental health nursing
• Experience working 12‑hour night shifts, including weekends and holidays
• Strong interpersonal, clinical, and communication skills
• Ability to float between psychiatric units as needed

Psychiatric Nurse Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care in inpatient psychiatric units (adult, adolescent, stabilization)
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans with multidisciplinary healthcare teams
• Administer medications and monitor patient responses in accordance with psychiatric nursing protocols
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care, progress, and behavioral health interventions
• Provide crisis intervention, therapeutic communication, and support to patients and families
• Promote a safe, therapeutic, and recovery‑focused environment for all patients
• Participate in treatment team meetings and contribute to collaborative care planning
• Float to different psychiatric units as required to support facility needs

Discover the benefits of working in Centre Hall, PA—enjoy small‑town hospitality, outdoor recreation, and a welcoming healthcare community while advancing your psychiatric nursing career. Apply now to join our dedicated mental health team and make a positive impact in Pennsylvania healthcare!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Medical Technologists (MTs), Medical Coders, Medical Billers, and many other healthcare specialists in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions.

We believe in empowering your career. From your first conversation, you’ll partner with a dedicated career advisor who understands your aspirations and connects you with top‑tier job openings that align with your skills, goals, and earning potential. Our team works to deliver highly competitive salaries and benefits, ensuring your valuable expertise is recognized and rewarded.

We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.ghrhealthcare.com.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #419589. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Psych

About GHR Healthcare

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.