Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Dayton, OH
ARMStaffing
3x12 hrs, Days
$1,785/weekOverview
- Start Date05/04/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Valid RN license
Description
Location
Not specified
Assignment Duration
This is a 13-week contract position.
Schedule
07:00-19:00
Job Description
The Psychiatric Registered Nurse provides planning and delivery of direct and indirect patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation. This role involves developing nursing care plans in coordination with the patient, family, and interdisciplinary staff as necessary. Communication of changes in the patient's clinical condition with physicians, nursing supervisors/managers, and co-workers is crucial. Participation in the discharge planning process is also expected.
Responsibilities
- Conduct patient assessments and develop individualized nursing care plans.
- Deliver direct patient care in psychiatric settings.
- Communicate effectively with healthcare team members regarding patient status.
- Participate actively in patient discharge planning.
Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure
- Minimum of 2 years of recent experience in an inpatient psychiatric setting.
- Current ACLS and BLS certifications (must be through the American Heart Association).
- Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification.
- Valid Ohio RN license or multi-state RN license.
Why ARMStaffing?
At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:
- Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
- Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
- Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
- 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
- Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
- Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more
We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:
- SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
- SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
- Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
- Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
- We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!
Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!
Employer
ARMStaffing
- Local and travel contracts
- Temp-to-perm employment
- Direct-hire personnel
- Per Diem
- Staffing for every segment of the healthcare industry including, RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, and Allied Health Professionals
- Long-term contracts, block scheduling and per diem staffing options
- 24-Hour customer service and on-call support 365 days a year
- Full-time, registered nurse on staff to provide screening, background, and reference checks
- Long-term and temporary career options with outstanding employee benefits
- Medical Benefits
- Company-matched 401K
About Dayton, OH
As a Travel Behavioral Health Nurse in Dayton, OH here's what you should know:- Dayton's cost of living is 16% lower than the national average.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, making it an affordable place to live.
- Average summer highs are around 85°F and winter lows around 20°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Dayton, with options available in various neighborhoods.
- Dayton is car-friendly with easy access to highways.
- Public transportation is available but not as extensive as in larger cities.
- Dayton has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and heart disease.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities and hospitals.
- Dayton offers a vibrant food scene with independent eateries and a local craft brew scene.
- There are also unique shops, live music venues, and opportunities for world-class performing arts.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can explore aviation history at multiple museums and parks, including the Wright Brothers National Museum and the National Museum of the U.S.
- Air Force.
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