Travel Nurse RN - Psych - $2,279 per week in Arlington, VA

Registered Nurse (RN) | Psych
Location: Arlington, VA
Agency: Revolution Healthcare Services
Pay: $2,279 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 10/12/2026

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with Revolution Healthcare Services to find a qualified Psych RN in Arlington, Virginia, 22202!

Job Opportunity – Behavioral Health Registered Nurse – Virginia

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Arlington, Virginia

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: 3x12 Night shifts per week. Patient ratio of 6:1. Weekend coverage required (approximately 8 weekend shifts per 13-week contract). 24 hours of orientation provided.

Highlights:

• 13-week contract assignment in a secure inpatient behavioral health unit with 18 beds and average daily census of 13
• Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, pharmacy, respiratory services, physical therapy, social services, and rapid response teams
• Diverse patient population including adults and geriatrics with diagnoses ranging from anxiety and mood disorders to schizophrenia-spectrum disorders and substance use
• Specialized behavioral health environment with seclusion protocols, de-escalation techniques, and crisis intervention practices
• Electronic medical record system with required orientation training provided
• Smoke/nicotine-free facility committed to staff and patient wellness

Requirements:

• Active Virginia RN license (must be in hand at time of application)
• Current BLS certification required
• MOAB (Management of Aggressive Behavior) certification required
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience; behavioral health experience strongly preferred
• Previous charge experience preferred
• Experience in community hospital, LTAC, or trauma center settings preferred
• COVID-19 vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions only)
• Flu vaccine required during flu season (October 1 – March 31; medical exemptions only)
• Proficiency in behavioral health nursing skills including medication administration of psychotropics, crisis intervention, de-escalation techniques, physical hold protocols, and managing suicidal/assaultive behaviors

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals experiencing acute behavioral health crises in a well-supported, multidisciplinary environment. You'll work with a diverse patient population while expanding your expertise in specialized behavioral health interventions, including crisis de-escalation, trauma-informed care, and therapeutic communication. Join a team dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric nursing care in a safe and structured setting.

About Revolution Healthcare Services

At Revolution Healthcare Services, we are dedicated to fostering a personal connection and building relationships with each candidate. We recognize that everyone's situation is unique. Guided by the principle of treating others as we would like to be treated, we aim to represent our partners with the highest level of respect and professionalism. Our mission is to empower healthcare professionals by connecting them with Travel, Permanent, local contract, and PRN opportunities across the United States that align with their career goals. We are here to support you at every step of your journey.

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• Psych
• Psychiatric RN (Acute)
• Psychiatric/Behavioral Health

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