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

Registered Nurse (RN) | Behavioral Health
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

TravelNurseSource is working with United Health Care Staffing, Inc. to find a qualified Behavioral Health RN in Asheville, North Carolina, 28801!

Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health | Asheville, NC | 13 Weeks Contract

Make a meaningful impact by providing compassionate care and support to patients on their mental health journey. We’re seeking an experienced Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health to join a dedicated healthcare team in Asheville, NC. If you are passionate about psychiatric nursing and thrive in a collaborative patient-centered environment, this opportunity is ready for you!

Job Details

• Position: Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health
• 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 behavioral health and psychiatric conditions
• Conduct patient assessments and monitor mental and physical health status
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
• Observe, document, and report changes in patient behavior and condition
• Implement individualized care plans and therapeutic interventions
• Assist with crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques when necessary
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans and coping strategies
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams
• Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation
• Ensure a safe and therapeutic environment for patients and staff

Requirements

• Active RN License in North Carolina
• Minimum 2 years of recent Behavioral Health or Psychiatric nursing experience
• BLS Certification required
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification preferred
• Strong understanding of psychiatric disorders and therapeutic communication techniques
• Excellent assessment, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to remain calm and effective during crisis situations
• Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care

About United Health Care Staffing, Inc.

"Better Pay" and "Zero Headaches" and Ready to love your scrubs again?

At United Health Care Staffing, we don’t just fill shifts; we fulfill bucket lists. Since 2004, we’ve been the ultimate career wingman for nurses, therapists, and allied health pros who crave better pay, real flexibility, and zero administrative headaches.

We believe you are a human, not just a headcount. Whether you are chasing travel adventures across the U.S. or seeking the perfect local placement, we handle the gritty logistics so you can focus on saving lives (and actually enjoying your days off).

Join the team where "Heart meets Tech"—and get the VIP career treatment you deserve.

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