Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric - $2,221 per week

Wellspring Nurse Source
  • Salem, MA
  • $2,221 Per Week
1 day ago

Job Description

Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric for a travel nursing job in Salem, Massachusetts.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: Psychiatric
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 11/15/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, nights
  • Employment Type: Travel

Adult Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Adult Psychiatric Registered Nurse to join our team. This position involves working on a 30-bed unit specializing in the care of adults aged 18 to 65 who are experiencing diverse mental health issues.

Unit Overview

The unit provides essential treatment for a range of conditions, including:

  • Anxiety and depression
  • Suicidal ideation
  • Schizophrenia
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Borderline personality disorder
  • Dual diagnosis cases

Additionally, the unit accommodates some medically acute patients requiring specialized care (e.g., IVs, CPAPs, wound care, and diabetes management).

Key Responsibilities

  • Assess and manage psychiatric and medical conditions of patients.
  • Utilize automatic medication dispensing systems (Omni Cell) proficiently.
  • Administer psychotropic medications while monitoring and addressing side effects.
  • Serve as charge nurse when required.
  • Conduct patient admissions and discharges efficiently.
  • Provide competent care for diabetic patients and utilize IV pumps as necessary.

Qualifications

  • Must possess an active RN license in Massachusetts.
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
  • A minimum of 2 years of inpatient adult psychiatric nursing experience.

Work Environment

The clinician-to-patient ratio is approximately 1 RN to 7 or 8 patients. This position requires flexibility in scheduling, including nights and rotating shifts.

Additional Information

Floating to other units may be required based on unit needs. The electronic medical records system used for charting is EPIC.

Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID #38367533. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN Psych

About Wellspring Nurse Source

Wellspring One (formerly Wellspring Nurse Source) is a nurse-owned and operated healthcare staffing company built around one simple belief: clinicians deserve exceptional support. Our team is honored to represent what we believe is the greatest workforce on earth, and we work every day to support our clinicians with the same level of excellence they bring to their patients.


Wellspring One was named one of SIA’s Best Staffing Firms to Work For in 2026, a recognition that reflects our commitment to building a culture where clinicians feel supported, valued, and set up for success. From onboarding and compliance to payroll, career guidance, and on-assignment support, our dedicated Clinician Success Team is with you every step of your travel journey.


We’re not focused on becoming the biggest staffing company. Our goal is to be the best partner you’ll ever work with.

If you’re looking for a team that will advocate for you, support you, and help you find the right opportunities at the best rates, we’d love to be part of your journey.


Numbers & Facts

LocationSalem, MA

Skills

  • Aged Careunmatched
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
  • Career Counselingunmatched
  • Diabetesunmatched
  • Electronic Medical Recordsunmatched
  • Epic Systemsunmatched
  • Healthcareunmatched
  • Job Requisition Postingunmatched
  • Medical Conditionsunmatched
  • Medical Record Systemunmatched
  • Medication Administrationunmatched
  • Medicationsunmatched
  • Nursingunmatched
  • Onboardingunmatched
  • Patient Admissionsunmatched
  • Patient Careunmatched
  • Psychiatric Nursingunmatched
  • Psychiatry and Mental Healthunmatched
  • Pumpsunmatched
  • Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
  • Side Effectsunmatched
  • Special Needsunmatched
  • Team Buildingunmatched
  • Wound Careunmatched

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