Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric
Bangor, ME
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Travel RN opportunity in Bangor, Maine: support pediatric and adult inpatient behavioral health patients in a collaborative psychiatric setting while enjoying a welcoming small-city community and access to Maine’s natural beauty.

Job Details

• Type: Travel Registered Nurse (RN)
• Specialty: Psychiatric Nursing / Behavioral Health Nursing
• Setting: Pediatric and Adult Inpatient Psychiatric Unit
• Location: Bangor, ME 04401
• Start Date: 9/28/2026
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, 36 hours per week
• Weekend Rotation: Every other weekend
• Holiday Expectation: Holiday coverage in rotation
• Orientation: First week on days, followed by scheduled 12-hour shifts
• Floating: Between pediatric and adult behavioral health units as needed
• Charting System: Cerner
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,020-$2,130
• Parking: Free parking available

Job Requirements

• Active Maine RN license
• Current BLS certification
• At least 1 year of behavioral health nursing experience required
• Pediatric behavioral health experience preferred
• Comfort caring for pediatric patients ages 5-18, as well as adult and geriatric behavioral health populations
• Experience with de-escalation, physical restraints, medication administration, group facilitation, and documentation
• Willingness to float between pediatric and adult psychiatric units
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced inpatient behavioral health environment
• First-time travel nurses may be considered

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate nursing care to inpatient behavioral health patients in pediatric and adult settings
• Complete patient assessments, medication passes, and accurate clinical documentation
• Use therapeutic communication and de-escalation techniques to support patient safety
• Assist with physical restraints when clinically necessary and within facility protocols
• Lead or support therapeutic groups and structured unit activities
• Collaborate with psych techs, providers, and support staff to deliver high-quality behavioral health care
• Support a safe, respectful, and structured environment for voluntary and involuntary admissions
• Float between adult and pediatric units based on unit needs
• Participate in holiday, weekend, and night coverage as scheduled

Location Highlights

• Bangor offers a comfortable Maine setting with local amenities, a welcoming community atmosphere, and access to outdoor recreation.
• Enjoy a location that blends everyday convenience with the charm of New England living.

Apply now to join this travel psychiatric RN opportunity in Bangor, Maine and make a meaningful impact in behavioral health care.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.