Basic Life Support (BLS), Behavioral Health, Behavioral Intervention, Communication Skills, Crisis Intervention, Discharge Plans, Documentation, Health Plan, Healthcare, Leadership, Medication Administration, Nursing, On Call, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Patient Education, Pediatrics, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Registered Nurse (RN), Social Work, Time Management, Treatment Plan
Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan
Start Date: August 3, 2026
Contract Length: 13 Weeks
Shift: Nights (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
⏰ Schedule: 3x12-Hour Shifts (36 Guaranteed Hours/Week)
On-Call: None
Weekend Requirement: Every Other Weekend
Job OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (RN) for a 13-week travel assignment in Grand Rapids, MI. This opportunity is with a nationally recognized behavioral health organization providing compassionate, patient-centered inpatient psychiatric care.
The RN will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to assess patients, develop individualized care plans, administer treatments, provide therapeutic support, and promote a safe healing environment for patients experiencing mental health conditions.
Responsibilities- Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and develop individualized care plans.
- Provide direct nursing care to inpatient behavioral health patients.
- Monitor patient conditions and report significant changes to physicians.
- Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical documentation.
- Educate patients and families on treatment plans and discharge planning.
- Promote a safe therapeutic environment for patients and staff.
- Collaborate with psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, and healthcare teams.
- Assist with crisis intervention and behavioral management.
- Delegate tasks appropriately and provide leadership when functioning as Charge Nurse.
Requirements- Active Michigan RN License (required at submission)
- Minimum 2 years of Behavioral Health nursing experience
- Pediatric Behavioral Health experience required
- Current BLS Certification
- Strong communication, assessment, and crisis intervention skills
Assignment Details- 13-Week Travel Contract
- 36 Guaranteed Hours per Week
- Opportunity to work additional hours (up to 48 hours/week based on unit needs; not guaranteed)
- No On-Call Requirement
- Block Scheduling Not Available
Why You'll Love This Assignment- Competitive hourly pay
- Stable night shift schedule
- Work with one of the nation's leading behavioral health organizations
- Opportunity to gain experience in a comprehensive inpatient psychiatric setting
- Supportive interdisciplinary team environment
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United Health Care Staffing, Inc.