Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric
Kansas City, MO
Slate Healthcare
4x12 hrs, Nights
$2,567/weekOverview
- Start Date12/14/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Resume
- Psychiatric Nurse, Mental Health Nurse or Behavioral Health Nurse (2 years)
- At least 2 references
Description
As a Travel RN in the Senior Psych unit, you will provide compassionate care to patients aged 12-18 and adults with varying levels of mental health needs. Your role involves assessing mental health status, developing care plans, and administering medications while ensuring patient safety and comfort. You will work three 12-hour shifts each week, collaborating with a dedicated team in a supportive environment focused on patient-centered care.
Highlights
- Collaborative team environment
- 48 guaranteed hours per week
- Opportunity to experience Kansas City''s vibrant lifestyle
- Focus on mental health and crisis intervention
- BLS certification
- CPI certification
- EMR System experience
- 1 year of experience required
Employer
Slate Healthcare
15 nurses recommend working with Slate Healthcare
Pros
I gave Akash a 5 star rating because he deserves it! He has been very helpful and supportive of me while I’m on my assignment. He has answered all of my questions and gave me information that was necessary for my assignment. I highly recommend him and Slate Healthcare.
Cons
None
Recommends working with Slate Healthcare
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Slate Healthcare is a premier travel healthcare staffing agency, connecting healthcare professionals with thousands of opportunities at top-tier hospitals and facilities across the country.
We’re committed to supporting nurses and allied health professionals in building stable, fulfilling careers—while embracing the freedom and excitement that comes with travel. Our goal is simple: to offer flexibility, competitive pay, and personalized placements that align with each clinician’s lifestyle and career goals.
At Slate, we empower our professionals to choose when and where they work, while ensuring they receive the highest compensation possible—because we believe that exceptional care starts with empowered caregivers.
About Kansas City, MO
As a Travel Psychiatric Nurse in Kansas City, MO here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Kansas City is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up well with the lower cost of living.
- The average high in summer is around 89°F, and the average low in winter is around 20°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Kansas City, with a variety of options available for travel nurses.
- Kansas City is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
- Public transportation options include buses and a streetcar, but a car is often necessary for getting around the city and its suburbs.
- Kansas City has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and related conditions.
- There is a sizable population of travel nurses due to the city's numerous healthcare facilities.
- Kansas City offers a vibrant food scene with numerous BBQ restaurants, jazz clubs, and museums to explore.
- The city also has opportunities for outdoor activities and sports, making it a lively and engaging place to live.
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