Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Gallatin, TN
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,723/weekOverview
- Start Date05/18/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
Registered Nurse – Behavioral Health
Location: Gallatin, Tennessee
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday)
Call Requirement: None
Unit & Patient Care Details
- Unit: Behavioral Health
- Number of Beds: 12
- Patient Ratio: 1:6
- Electronic Health Record (EHR) System: Meditech
- Float Requirement: Yes, may float to Medical-Surgical unit if needed
- Common Diagnoses/Treatments: Alzheimer’s, behavioral disturbance, failure to thrive, depression, suicidal ideation
- Personality Fit: Team oriented
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Tennessee
- Minimum 1 year of Behavioral Health nursing experience within the last year
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Healthcare Worker Certification (HWC) or Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in geriatric psychiatric nursing
- Experience on medical floors
Additional Information
- Orientation occurs weekly on Mondays
- Candidates must be located 60 miles or more from the facility to qualify as travel staff
- Dress code: Scrubs of any color allowed; no unacceptable attire specified
This position offers the opportunity to work in a Level III Trauma Center with a 167-bed facility serving the Gallatin and surrounding areas.
Employer
Host Healthcare
232 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Friendly, professional,
Cons
None
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.
We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.
During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
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About Gallatin, TN
As a Travel Psychiatric Nurse in Gallatin, TN here's what you should know:- Gallatin's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- In summer, average highs are around 89°F, and average lows are around 69°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 48°F, and average lows are around 28°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Gallatin, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Many options are available for furnished housing, catering to the needs of travel nurses.
- Gallatin is car-friendly, with most residents relying on personal vehicles for transportation.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
- Gallatin 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 in the area.
- Gallatin offers a variety of restaurants serving Southern cuisine, along with opportunities to explore art and music.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities such as hiking, fishing, and boating in the nearby lakes and parks.
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