Travel LPN / LVN - Psychiatric
Corpus Christi, TX
American Medical Staffing
5x8 hrs, Evenings
$1,629/weekOverview
- Start Date04/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftEvenings
- Duration24 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Description
We’re living in the new normal. Lives and careers look different today. So why shouldn’t you have a role that delivers excitement, fewer restrictions, and brings you closer to loved ones? At American Medical Staffing (AMS), we believe in supporting the pioneers who embody the sense of adventure each new placement brings and we’re looking for a Licensed Vocational Nurses / Licensed Practical Nurse for a Psych contract assignment.
Job Title: LVN/LPN: Psych
Location: Corpus Christi, Texas
Setting: Psych
Pay Range: $1400-1650 weekly
Schedule: 2p-10p, must be flexible to work up to 16 hour shifts if needed, Rotational patterned scheduled with every 3rd weekend off
Contract Length: 24 weeks
Candidate Type: Local and traveler friendly
Requirements:
- 1 years of experience as a LPN
- Qualified applicants MUST have at least 1 years of experience in Psych
- Valid Licensed Practical Nurse license
- Be willing to obtain Texas and/or compact licensure
Why Choose American Medical Staffing?
- Day-One Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision plans with no waiting period.
- Wellness PTO: Build 1 or 2 weeks of paid time off into your contract.
- Hotel Discounts: Save up to 60% on hotel bookings with access to 700,000+ discounted properties.
- Loyalty Program: Earn financial incentives automatically based on hours worked and assignment type.
- Referral Program: $500 for you and $500 for each referral after 450 hours—no limits
- Working Advantage: Access exclusive discounts on retail, entertainment, and travel.
- Scrub Discount: 20% off all scrubs through our customized AMS store.
- Retirement Plans: 401(k) options to help you plan for the future.
- Compliance & Credentialing Support: Let us handle the logistics so you can focus on patient care.
Responsibilities
As a healthcare professional in a Psychiatric facility, you’ll play a critical role in serving a unique and often underserved patient population. Your care will directly impact patient safety, wellness, and rehabilitation. A few of the responsibilities include:
• Provides psychiatric nursing care within scope of practice as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), including monitoring patient behavior, mood, and mental status and reporting changes to the treatment team.
• Administers medications and documents patient responses while supporting mental health treatment, therapeutic interventions, and adherence to individualized care plans.
• Maintains a safe and structured behavioral health environment by observing patients for safety risks, supporting de-escalation efforts, and assisting with crisis intervention as needed.
Apply now to take the next step in your journey.
American Medical Staffing is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or any other non-merit factor.
Employer
American Medical Staffing
9 nurses recommend working with American Medical Staffing
· Benefits:AMS offers an array of benefits for any employee working 30 hours or more! Those eligible employees who choose to participate will pay the premiums with deductions from their pre-tax earnings.We offer a complete benefits package including Health Insurance, 401K with up to 2% match, Life, Vision, and Dental.From health and wellness support, financial or legal needs, or help with life's everyday challenges, our Employee Assistance Program provides you with resources, services and discounts to help you manage your unique concerns and save time, energy and money.We also offer additional Employee Perks that you can enjoy as an AMS employee:
- Scrubin – Uniform Discounts
- Working Advantage – unlimited access to thousands of exclusive discounts and special offers nationwide for theme parks, shows, tours, attractions, sports, concerts, hotels, rental cars, retail gift cards, movie tickets and much more
- Hotel Engine - Save up to 60% when booking hotel rooms, with access to more than 700,000 deeply discounted hotels worldwide.
- Discounted Pet Insurance
- Wellness Program, including fitness, nutrition and financial wellness
- Betterhelp - 1 month of free therapy, followed by a discounted rate for our Healthcare Professionals and their family members.
- Win Win Referral Bonus - $500 for you, and $500 for them!
About Corpus Christi, TX
As a travel nurse in Corpus Christi, TX here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Corpus Christi is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 92°F, and winter lows are around 48°F.
- Short-term rentals are relatively easy to find in Corpus Christi, especially in the beach areas and downtown.
- Corpus Christi is car-friendly, and public transportation options include buses and trolleys, but they may not be as extensive as in larger cities.
- Corpus Christi has a diverse population with a mix of ethnicities.
- The age range is varied, with a significant number of retirees.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the coastal environment.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Corpus Christi offers a variety of activities including beach outings, seafood restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, water sports, and outdoor adventures like birdwatching and hiking.
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