Travel Psych Registered Nurse (RN) in Burlington, NC

Discover Burlington, NC, where southern charm meets vibrant urban amenities and a strong sense of community. Whether you’re seeking a bustling downtown, unique shops, or serene green spaces, Burlington offers a blend of culture and recreation, making your travel assignment both professionally and personally rewarding. During your off hours, uncover local eateries, scenic trails, and nearby destinations that turn every day into an adventure.

This travel nursing opportunity involves immersion in dynamic psychiatric settings, allowing you to work with a range of diagnoses including mood disorders, substance use, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. You'll work nights (3x12s, 7p-7:30a) with weekend rotation and holidays as required, gaining invaluable skills as you float between two specialized units—Urgent Care and Facility-Based Crisis. Both fast-paced and adaptive, these environments will sharpen your critical thinking and expand your comfort zone as you navigate both walk-in and short-stay crisis care for adolescents, adults, and pediatric patients.

Experience diverse team leadership approaches and care models that will strengthen your clinical expertise and enrich your resume for future career advancement.

Qualifications:

• Current and valid RN license with minimum 1 year of psychiatric nursing experience; first time travelers welcome
• BLS certification required
• Direct Urgent Care experience required, particularly in behavioral health settings
• Experience with EPIC charting preferred
• Willingness to float between units and all affiliated facilities as needed
• Patient ratios of 1:6, covering adolescents, adults, and pediatrics

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive nursing care in both Behavioral Health Urgent Care and Facility-Based Crisis settings
• Deliver patient-centered interventions for a variety of behavioral health diagnoses
• Respond promptly to urgent patient needs in a high-volume setting (up to 25 daily walk-ins)
• Maintain accurate documentation and uphold high safety standards
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care

Benefits & Travel Perks:

• Enjoy robust health benefits, 401(k) enrollment, and job stability as a valued traveling healthcare professional
• Access tax-advantage stipends for housing and meals, as well as dedicated travel support
• Experience flexible scheduling and opportunity for professional development in a respected healthcare environment
• Premium compensation and assistance with travel logistics

Step into a role that challenges and inspires you while exploring the best of Burlington and beyond. Apply today to start your next travel adventure!

$1,537 - $1,682/Week Estimated weekly earnings represent hourly wages, based on 36 hours per week, and expense reimbursement for eligible candidates. The actual amount may vary based on hours worked, eligibility for reimbursements, and seasonal adjustments.

Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.