Inpatient Behavioral Health RN
Grand Rapids, MI
GHR Healthcare - Travel
5x8 hrs
$2,380/weekOverview
- Start Date05/18/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) – Evening travel contract in Grand Rapids, MI. 13-week assignment, $2,120–$2,230 weekly, Epic charting. Join our behavioral health team and help provide compassionate psychiatric care across pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations.
Psychiatric RN Job Details – Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,120 – $2,230
- Location: Grand Rapids, MI 49548 (Grand Rapids healthcare, Michigan nursing jobs)
- Setting: Psychiatric Unit / Behavioral Health
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks (5/18/2026 – 8/17/2026)
- Shift: Evening, 8-hour shifts, 5 shifts per week (Travel RN Evening Shift)
- Hours: 40 hours per week
- Patient Population: Pediatrics, adults, and older adults (pediatric psychiatric nursing, adult psychiatric nursing, geriatric psychiatric nursing)
- Medical Charting: Epic (Epic experience preferred)
- RN Ratios: Average Day: 1:7, Average Night: 1:11 (additional assistive staff present)
Required Qualifications – Psychiatric Nurse / Behavioral Health RN
- Active RN license (state of assignment requirements apply)
- Minimum 1 year of psychiatric nursing experience; 2+ years preferred
- Experience caring for pediatric, adult, and geriatric psychiatric patients preferred
- Familiarity with Epic electronic medical records is a plus
- Ability to work evening shifts and adapt to a fast-paced behavioral health environment
- Strong assessment, medication administration, and crisis intervention skills
Key Responsibilities – Psychiatric Registered Nurse
- Provide compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric nursing care to patients across all age groups
- Assess and monitor patient status, administer psychotropic and PRN medications safely, and document care in Epic
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, and support staff
- Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment and participate in de-escalation and behavioral interventions
- Participate in treatment planning, patient and family education, and discharge planning
Why Join This Travel Nursing Opportunity
- Competitive weekly pay for travel RN contracts in psychiatric nursing
- Work in a respected psychiatric facility in Grand Rapids, MI with diverse patient populations
- Gain experience with Epic and interdisciplinary behavioral health teams
- Opportunity to explore Grand Rapids — vibrant community, parks, and cultural amenities
Apply now if you are a dedicated Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) or Travel RN seeking a rewarding evening shift contract in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Join our mental health care team and make a meaningful impact. For immediate consideration, submit your resume and current RN license details.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe 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.
Employer
GHR Healthcare - Travel
For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare
professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to
uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive
compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely
cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your
advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and
consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to
learn more.
About Grand Rapids, MI
As a Travel Psychiatric Nurse in Grand Rapids, MI here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Grand Rapids is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing a good balance for residents.
- Summer average highs are around 80-85°F, while winter average lows are around 15-20°F.
- Grand Rapids experiences all four seasons, with warm summers and cold winters.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Grand Rapids.
- They are relatively easy to find, especially in popular areas close to the city center and universities.
- Grand Rapids is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation options include The Rapid, which operates bus services throughout the city and surrounding areas.
- Grand Rapids has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies due to the changing seasons.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in Grand Rapids, making it a welcoming community for healthcare professionals.
- Grand Rapids offers a vibrant food and craft beer scene with local breweries and restaurants like Founders Brewing Company, The Winchester, and The Sovengard.
- The city also boasts numerous museums, art galleries, and outdoor activities, including the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park.
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