Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Tyler, Texas
UT Health North Campus Tyler

Job Opportunity: Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (RN)

Location: Tyler, Texas
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health
• Shift: Nights, 3 shifts of 12 hours each
• Patient Ratios: 1:5
• Float Required: Yes
• Patient Age Groups: Adults, Geriatrics
• Patient Diagnoses:

  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Anxiety
  • Dissociative Disorders
  • Somatization Disorders
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Schizophrenia
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Personality Disorders
  • Impulsive Disorders
  • Substance Use Disorders

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Registered Nurse in Behavioral Health
• Prior travel experience required (e.g., must have completed at least one prior travel contract)

Certifications Required

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• SAMA (State-specific Advanced Medical Authorization)
• Epic charting experience required
• ACLS, PALS, NRP, CHEMO, TNCC, MAB, CPI certifications as applicable

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License/State ID
• I9 and E-Verify documentation
• 7-year background check within 1 year of start, updated annually
• Education verification (highest level)
• Fingerprinting (for certain states, e.g., New Mexico)
• Physical exam within 12 months of start
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start, renewed annually
• Immunizations and health screenings including:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (positive titer or 2 vaccines)
  • Hepatitis B (positive titer, series, or declination)
  • Varicella (positive titer, 2 vaccines, or documented history)
  • Negative 10-panel drug screen within 90 days
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption (required during flu season)
  • COVID-19 vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption

Additional Requirements

• Completion of unit-specific skills checklist annually
• Work history verification for the past 7 years
• Completion of employment application/resume
• Orientation packet review and signed acknowledgement prior to start
• Clear headshot photo for badge

Notes

• Candidates residing in certain counties in Texas are not eligible for this travel contract.
• This position requires working night shifts and the ability to float to other units as needed.
• Epic electronic health record system experience is mandatory.

This role is ideal for experienced Behavioral Health RNs with prior travel experience looking for a 13-week night shift contract in Texas.