Travel Contract

Behavioral Health RN
Hazard, KY
Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,074/week

Posted 2 days ago

Overview

Start Date08/24/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks

Pay

5% higher than average Registered Nurse / Behavioral Health Nurse pay in Kentucky

Estimated total pay

$2,074/week

Estimated taxable pay
$828/week
Estimated non-taxable stipends
$1,246/week

Description

Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (RN) - Travel Contract

Location: Hazard, KY
Facility: Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center
Contract: 13 Weeks
Shift: Days | 3x12s (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM)
Openings: 3

Join a dynamic Behavioral Health team providing compassionate psychiatric nursing care in an inpatient setting. The Behavioral Health RN is responsible for patient assessment, crisis intervention, medication administration, care planning, patient education, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary treatment team.

Requirements:

Active KY RN License or Compact RN License
Minimum 2 years of recent Behavioral Health/Psych experience
AHA BLS Certification
CPI Certification
Meditech experience preferred
Ability to float within scope of practice
Every other weekend required

Additional Details:

Travelers must reside 100+ miles from the facility
Maximum 7 days RTO per contract (must be disclosed at submission)
Orientation held bi-weekly

Seeking experienced psychiatric nurses with strong assessment skills, crisis management experience, and a passion for supporting patients through recovery and stabilization.

13-week travel assignment Day shift: 3x12s (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM) Every other weekend required Float required within RN scope of practice Meditech EMR experience preferred Travelers must have a KY RN license or Compact RN license before start Minimum 2 years of recent Behavioral Health/Psychiatric RN experience required AHA BLS and CPI certifications required Schedule is 36/48 hours per two-week pay period Start dates available: 8/24 or 9/14

Employer

Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.

About

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

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About Hazard, KY

As a Travel Behavioral Health Nurse in Hazard, KY here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Hazard, KY's cost of living is 21.4% lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages may be slightly lower to match the lower cost of living.

Weather

In summer, average highs are around 84°F and lows around 63°F.
In winter, average highs are around 45°F and lows around 25°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals may be available, but options could be limited compared to larger cities.

Transportation

Hazard, KY is more car-friendly, and public transportation options may be limited.

Demographics

The population is relatively homogenous, with a majority being White.
Common health issues may include obesity and heart disease.
There may be a small population of travel nurses.

Things to Do

There are local restaurants offering Southern cuisine, limited art and music scene, and opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and fishing.

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