Travel Nurse RN - Psych - $1,700 to $1,870 per week in Asheville, NC

Registered Nurse (RN) | Psych
Location: Asheville, NC
Agency: United Health Care Staffing, Inc.
Pay: $1,700 to $1,870 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Registered Nurse - Psych | Asheville, NC | 13 Weeks Contract

Join a compassionate Behavioral Health team where your expertise and empathy help make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients facing mental health challenges. We’re seeking an experienced Registered Nurse - Psych to provide exceptional, patient-centered care in Asheville, NC. If you are passionate about mental health nursing and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, this opportunity is ready for you!

Job Details

• Position: Registered Nurse - Psych
• Location: Asheville
• Contract Length: 13 Weeks
• Shift: Night Shift
• Schedule: 3x12
• Experience Required: 2 Years
• Weekly Pay: $1700 to $1870

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to patients with psychiatric and behavioral health conditions
• Perform comprehensive mental health assessments and monitor patient progress
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and care plans
• Assess and manage patients experiencing behavioral crises and psychiatric emergencies
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans
• Monitor patient safety and maintain a therapeutic environment
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, social workers, therapists, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, medications, coping strategies, and treatment plans
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with facility and regulatory standards
• Ensure compliance with patient safety, confidentiality, and quality care guidelines

Requirements

• Active RN License in North Carolina
• Minimum 2 years of recent Psychiatric or Behavioral Health nursing experience
• Current BLS Certification required
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification preferred
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and de-escalation skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to manage patients with diverse psychiatric diagnoses and behavioral needs
• Experience with electronic medical records and nursing documentation systems
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment
• Commitment to delivering compassionate, patient-centered mental health care