Psychiatric RN - Adolescent Behavioral Health
Louisville, KY
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
$1,944/weekOverview
- Start Date03/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (2 years)
- Psychiatric Nurse, Mental Health Nurse or Behavioral Health Nurse (2 years)
- Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing
Description
Job Opportunity: RN - Psychiatry (Adolescent Behavioral Health)
Location: Louisville, Kentucky
Employment Type: Travel Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Details
- Specialty: Adolescent Behavioral Health / Psychiatric Nursing
- Shift: 7pm - 7am (Night Shift)
- Weekly Hours: 36 hours guaranteed
- Weekend Hours: Every 3rd weekend
- Call Requirements: None
- Unit Type: Acute Psychiatric Care
- Patient Ratio: 2-3 RNs for 21 patients, supported by 2 Mental Health Technicians and 1 Psychiatric Counselor
- EMR System: Cerner
Required Qualifications
- License: Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in Kentucky
- Experience: Minimum 2 years of behavioral health experience as an RN (highest required years of experience)
- Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)
- Familiarity with Cerner EMR system
Additional Information
- The unit focuses on acute psychiatric patients, primarily adolescents.
- Ideal candidates excel at de-escalation techniques.
- Dress code requires Galaxy Blue scrubs (no black or galaxy blue bottoms).
Prior Travel Experience
- No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned.
Employer
Access Healthcare
Access Healthcare was founded by two travel nurses, Danielle and Diego, who had a dream and a shared vision of creating an agency which all nurses would want to work with. Our passion has led us to where we are today as one of the top 10 agencies in our home state of New Jersey, with access to contracts in all 50 states! We encourage you to join our team and we cannot wait to get to know you!
Louisville, KY
About
Louisville is the largest city in Kentucky and the famous namesake of the Official Bat of Major League Baseball, the Louisville Slugger. It’s also well known as the host of the Kentucky Derby, the most prestigious American horse race. Many visitors note the city’s friendly hospitality, often called second to none. In fact, Louisville often ranks among the country's friendliest cities. It's where big-city amenities meet Southern charm with plenty of things to see and do. Take a stroll through Old Louisville, the third-largest National Preservation District in the U.S., ideal for lovers of architecture and history. Shopping is a treat, with everything from vintage to upscale shops and boutiques scattered throughout the city, and the dining scene is just as impressive and diverse. At Logan Street Market alone, over 30 local chefs, artisans and merchants offer a wide range of tasty eats and unique products.
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