Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric - $1,813 per week

Vibra Travels is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric for a travel nursing job in Hickory, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Psychiatric
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/28/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

VIBRA TRAVELS is seeking a Psych Registered Nurse RN to join our expanding network of healthcare professionals. We're looking for dependable, detail-focused travelers with experience in hospital settings. If you're ready to assist in life-changing procedures while traveling the country, this is your opportunity!

Position Summary: Develops, implements, evaluates and revises a plan of care of assigned patients and families while promoting the mission and values of Vibra Healthcare. Works with patients who have psychiatric problems and disorders including assessment of mental health needs, development of care plans, managing the therapeutic environment, and crisis intervention and counseling. The provision of care includes direct care along with the delegation and supervision of all nursing care in accordance with the applicable Nurse Practice Act. Specific components of the Registered Nurse role include demonstrating clinical competence; managing patient care; improving quality of care; establishing professional relationships and utilizing professional skills; fulfilling responsibilities of the role of the hospital; and developing clinical expertise per specialty.

Supervises the following positions: Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, Nursing Aides and Techs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of employment required.
• Current BLS certification from a Vibra-approved vendor required.
• Current ACLS certification from a Vibra-approved vendor required within six (6) months of hire.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Certification as a Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse preferred.
• Previous acute care experience preferred.
• Ability to project a professional image.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational, prioritizing and analytical skills.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Working knowledge of computer and software applications used in job functions.
• Freedom from illegal use of and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

Certificates, Licensures, Registrations:

• Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of employment required.
• Current BLS certification from a Vibra-approved vendor required.
• ACLS certification from a Vibraapproved vendor required within six (6) months of hire.
• Certification as a Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse preferred.

Unlike working for agency after agency, with our travel program, you get to work for a company:

• Work with 1 recruiter from start to finish and assignment to assignment 
• Local and Non-local positions available 
• Competitive hourly rate in addition to tax-free stipend (if applicable) 
• No pay cuts mid-contract 
• Referral bonus (up to $1000 per referral!) 
• License reimbursement if traveling to new state where new license is required 
• Your pick of assignments at partner facilities from various health systems across the country

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Vibra Travels Job ID #19109463. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN:Psych,07:00:00-19:00:00

About Vibra Travels

Regardless of the placement you're seeking, you'll experience the same great benefits when choosing Vibra Travels for your next contract.

White-glove service, every step of the way:

At Vibra Travels, we believe in providing top-notch service to our travel nurses. From the moment you first contact us, you'll experience a level of support and care that sets us apart from the rest.

Your recruiter, your partner:

Unlike other travel nursing agencies, we believe in building one-on-one relationships with our clinicians. Your dedicated recruiter will be your advocate, guiding you through the entire process and ensuring your needs are met.

Clinical support at your fingertips:

We understand that being a traveler can sometimes be challenging. That's why we have a dedicated clinical support team available to answer any questions or concerns you may have during your assignments.

Nationwide placements, endless opportunities:

With Vibra Travels, you'll have access to placements across the nation. Whether you're looking for an acute care, rehabilitation, critical care, or behavioral health hospital, we have opportunities waiting for you in every corner of the country.

Join us today and experience traveling done different!

Benefits

• Holiday Pay
• License and certification reimbursement
• Medical benefits
• Referral bonus