Registered Nurse, Adult Psychiatric
State College, PA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,143/weekOverview
- Start Date06/17/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftNights
- 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 – Adult Psychiatric (Night Shift)
Location: State College, Pennsylvania
Employment Type: Contract (13 weeks)
Shift: Nights (two 18:45–07:15 shifts and two 22:45–07:15 shifts per week, every other weekend)
Hours per Week: 40
Job Summary
- Provide direct professional nursing care to adult psychiatric patients.
- Assess patient needs, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care.
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Pennsylvania.
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
- Minimum of 2 years of behavioral health nursing experience, including experience within the last year.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.
- Crisis Prevention Institute Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI NCI) training.
Additional Information
- Contract length interpreted as 13 weeks.
- Night shift schedule includes every other weekend work.
Employer
Host Healthcare
232 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Bethany has been working with me on a couple contracts as a travel PT. She has been extremely responsive and supportive. She was able to help me navigate a contract with a difficult facility and expeditiously find a new contract for me in the same area.
Cons
None
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
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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 State College, PA
As a Travel Psychiatric Nurse in State College, PA here's what you should know:- Slightly lower than the national average, making it relatively affordable.
- Wages may be slightly lower to match the cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 80-85°F and winter lows of 20-25°F.
- Short term rentals are available, and options can be found relatively easily, especially during non-peak times.
- Car friendliness with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
- Limited public transportation options.
- Diverse population due to the university, with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies.
- State College is home to a large population of travel nurses due to the university and healthcare facilities.
- Numerous restaurants offering local fare, vibrant art and music scene, support for various sports due to the university, and abundant outdoor activities with nearby parks and mountains.
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