Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric
Holyoke, MA
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Psychiatric Registered Nurse (Travel RN) – Holyoke, MA | 13-week behavioral health contract starting May 4, 2026. Join a dedicated behavioral health nursing team in Holyoke, Massachusetts, located in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts. Holyoke is known for its vibrant community, beautiful surroundings, and easy access to outdoor recreation, arts, and culture. Provide inpatient psychiatric care across adult, geriatric, and pediatric units. This travel nursing opportunity is ideal for experienced Psychiatric RNs, mental health nurses, and inpatient psychiatric nurses seeking a rewarding role in Western Massachusetts.

Quick Job Snapshot (Psychiatric RN – Holyoke, MA)

• Location: Holyoke, MA 01040 (Holyoke, Massachusetts – Pioneer Valley)
• Setting: Behavioral Health Hospital – 104 beds across five units (adult, geriatric, pediatric)
• Employment Type: Travel Contract / Travel RN
• Contract Dates: May 4, 2026 – August 3, 2026 (13 weeks)
• Shift: 12-hour nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
• Hours per Week: 36 (weekly guarantee)
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,800 – $1,890

Psychiatric RN Qualifications & Job Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Massachusetts (MA)
• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience in an inpatient psychiatric or behavioral health setting (Psychiatric RN, mental health nursing)
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program (ADN, Diploma, or BSN)
• BLS certification (required)
• Willingness to float between adult, geriatric, and pediatric behavioral health units as needed
• Strong communication, de-escalation, and teamwork skills
• Preferred: Experience with Cerner EHR and treating behavioral health patient populations (substance use disorder, mood disorders, psychotic disorders)

Psychiatric Registered Nurse Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care using the nursing process: assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation (Psychiatric RN responsibilities)
• Develop individualized nursing care plans in coordination with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams
• Monitor and communicate changes in patients’ mental and medical status to physicians, supervisors, and care team members
• Participate in multidisciplinary discharge planning and transitions of care
• Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care for diagnoses including schizophrenia, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, and substance use disorder
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation using Cerner EHR
• Adhere to facility policies and procedures, including dress code (blue scrubs)

Why Join This Behavioral Health Nursing Team?

This travel RN position offers the chance to practice mental health nursing in a modern behavioral health hospital serving diverse populations across Holyoke and Western Massachusetts. Enjoy working with a collaborative interdisciplinary team while gaining experience across adult, geriatric, and pediatric psychiatric units. Plus, experience life in Holyoke—a city nestled in the picturesque Pioneer Valley, offering a welcoming community, scenic landscapes, and a variety of recreational and cultural activities. Ideal for Psychiatric RNs and travel nurses seeking Massachusetts nursing jobs in inpatient behavioral health.

Apply now to join our behavioral health team in Holyoke, MA — a meaningful travel nursing opportunity for experienced Psychiatric Registered Nurses. Join our healthcare team today!

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