Travel Registered Nurse Behavioral Health / Psychiatric Job

Step into a pivotal role as a Travel Registered Nurse in Behavioral Health / Psychiatric, delivering compassionate, evidence-based care in Holyoke, Massachusetts, with enriching opportunities across the United States. This is more than a job—it’s a chance to shape recovery journeys, empower patients facing mental health challenges, and grow as a clinician within a supportive, dynamic team. As you bring clinical expertise, empathy, and resilience to each shift, you’ll help stabilize crises, implement individualized treatment plans, and collaborate with multidisciplinary colleagues to foster healing, dignity, and safety. Massachusetts offers a blend of historic charm and modern vitality, where your contributions meet the state’s rich communities, families, and neighbors who value accessible, quality mental health care. And beyond Holyoke, imagine weaving your skills through diverse settings—from bustling urban centers to tranquil rural clinics—each assignment expanding your repertoire and reinforcing your role as a catalyst for positive change. Massachusetts is famed for its fall foliage, coastal escapes, and vibrant cultural scenes, offering memorable backdrops to your professional journey and personal explorations on weekends or days off.

Location benefits: Working in Holyoke places you in a welcoming, community-centered environment with close proximity to Springfield and larger Boston corridors for occasional urban rotations. The position also offers the opportunity to travel to varied locations across the U.S., delivering high-caliber psychiatric care while expanding your professional network. You’ll benefit from exposure to diverse patient populations, evolving care models, and the chance to refine crisis intervention skills, de-escalation techniques, and trauma-informed practices. Travel assignments come with built-in opportunities to experience new communities, learn different health systems, and bring home best practices that elevate care wherever you practice. The region’s accessible transportation, affordable housing options, and a supportive travel culture make the experience both professionally rewarding and personally enjoyable.

Role specifics and benefits:
- Core responsibilities: Provide comprehensive behavioral health and psychiatric nursing care to patients across the continuum of care, including intake assessments, crisis stabilization, medication management under physician protocols, 초기 safety planning, de-escalation, and ongoing monitoring of mental status and risk. Collaborate with psychiatrists, social workers, case managers, and therapists to develop personalized treatment plans, document progress, and adjust interventions based on changing clinical needs. Demonstrate trauma-informed, patient-centered care, emphasizing dignity, autonomy, and family engagement where appropriate. Promote adherence to safety protocols, incident reporting, and quality improvement initiatives, while upholding ethical standards and patient rights.
- Professional growth: Benefit from diverse clinical exposures, mentorship opportunities, and access to continuing education credits. Expect pathways to certification support, leadership development, and potential advancement within a nationwide network that values clinical excellence and evidence-based practice. You’ll be encouraged to expand competencies in crisis intervention, psychopharmacology in psychiatric settings, and collaborative care models that integrate with primary care teams when applicable.
- Benefits and incentives: Competitive weekly pay in the range of $2,240–$2,386, with guaranteed hours of 40.0 per week and the possibility of contract extensions. Enjoy housing assistance or stipends, as well as welcome bonuses or retention incentives where applicable. The program emphasizes comprehensive support, including resources for relocation, orientation, and ongoing clinical supervision as you acclimate to new assignments. A robust traveler support system is available 24/7, ensuring you have assistance whenever you need it, from clinical questions to logistical help on the road.
- Support and protection: The company provides extensive travel support, including access to a dedicated travel concierge, 24/7 clinical and operational help, and a transparent process for addressing concerns. You’ll receive orientation on facility workflows, electronic medical records, and relevant state regulations, ensuring smooth integration into each site’s culture and practices.

Company values: Our organization is dedicated to empowering its staff—prioritizing career advancement, professional development, and a collaborative, respectful work environment. You’ll join a team that prizes open communication, peer mentorship, and shared success, with leadership committed to removing barriers to your growth and well-being. The mission centers on delivering compassionate, high-quality psychiatric care while recognizing the unique strengths each clinician brings and supporting you as you build a lasting, impactful career.

Call to action: If you’re a devoted Behavioral Health / Psychiatric RN ready to impact lives and broaden your clinical horizons, apply now. This is your invitation to join a company that values your expertise, supports your growth, and stands beside you as you navigate rewarding assignments across Massachusetts and beyond. Embrace a role that honors your dedication and helps you shape the future of mental health care while enjoying the adventure and professional fulfillment that travel nursing offers.

Note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process. Start Date: 02/09/2026. Duration: Weeks. Weekly pay: $2,240-$2,386. Guaranteed Hours: 40.0. Massachusetts, Holyoke, and opportunities across the U.S. await your expertise in Behavioral Health / Psychiatric nursing.

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About TLC Nursing
TLC Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing Nursing and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.

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ShiftShield™ protects travelers from preventable facility-driven cancellations and ensures fair compensation for schedule disruptions.

Why Travelers Choose TLC

• Competitive weekly pay
• Fast credentialing
• 24/7 recruiter & clinical support
• Nationwide assignments

Referral Bonus
Earn up to $1,000 per referral — no employment required.

EEO Statement
TLC Healthforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer.