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Psychiatry/Mental Health

Psychiatry/Mental Health Travel Nurse Jobs

Psychiatry/Mental Health nurses care for patients with mental health illnesses. They work in psychiatric hospitals, outpatient centers, or residential centers. Other names for this specialty are Behavioral Health nurses or Mental Health nurses. Psych Nurse job descriptions include administering psychotropic medications, observing for negative side effects, and building rapport with patients. There is a large demand for this specialty. Explore our Psychiatry/Mental Health travel nurse opportunities today.

54 Travel Nurse Jobs

  • $3,299/wk
    Honolulu, HI
    Psychiatric Unit
    RN
    December 2nd(13wks)  
  • $2,883/wk
    Springfield, IL
    Psychiatric Unit
    RN
    Start ASAP(13wks)  
  • $2,756/wk
    Peoria, IL
    Psychiatric Unit
    RN
    November 11th(13wks)  
  • $2,484/wk
    Portland, ME
    Psychiatric Unit
    RN
    November 18th(13wks)  
  • $2,464/wk
    Peoria, IL
    Psychiatric Unit
    RN
    Start ASAP(13wks)  
  • $2,464/wk
    Peoria, IL
    Psychiatric Unit
    RN
    November 18th(13wks)  
  • $2,457/wk
    Fort Defiance, AZ
    Psychiatric Unit
    RN
    November 18th(13wks)  
  • $2,457/wk
    Fort Defiance, AZ
    Psychiatric Unit
    RN
    November 18th(13wks)  
  • $2,395/wk
    Holyoke, MA
    Psychiatric Unit
    RN
    November 4th(13wks)  
  • $2,392/wk
    Iowa City, IA
    Psychiatric Unit
    RN
    November 11th(13wks)  
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    Psychiatry/Mental Health Travel Nurse Job Responsibilities and Salary

    Psychiatry/Mental Health nurses show compassion for patients with mental health disorders. Duties of the Mental Health nurse include building trust with patients, assessing for acute negative behaviors, and keeping patients safe. Other responsibilities include creating and following care plans and administering treatments and various therapies. Registered nurses or licensed practical nurses in this specialty also collaborate with psychiatrists and other members of the wider behavioral health team. The average annual salary for Psychiatry/Mental Health nurses in the United States ranges from $50,000 - $100,000 depending on license, location, and experience.