HumanEdge Travel Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric for a travel nursing job in Rochester, New York.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Psychiatric
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/15/2025
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Travel Psychiatric RN – Inpatient Behavioral Health – Rochester, NY
Assignment Dates: September 15, 2025 – January 10, 2026
Schedule: 3x12s | Rotating Days/Evenings/Nights
Shift Coverage: Weekends, Holidays, On-Call, Callback, Charge per Unit Needs
Contract Length: 17 Weeks | 36 Hours/Week
Position Overview:
HumanEdge Health is seeking an experienced Psychiatric RN for a travel assignment in a high-acuity inpatient behavioral health unit in Rochester, NY. This position is ideal for RNs with a strong psychiatric nursing background, crisis intervention experience, and a commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care.
You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team providing care for individuals with acute mental health conditions in a safe, secure environment.
Key Responsibilities:
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Conduct patient intake assessments, including interviews with patients and families
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Develop and implement individualized nursing care plans
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Collaborate with psychiatrists and behavioral health professionals on treatment planning
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Administer and monitor effects of psychotropic medications
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Assist patients in understanding emotional disturbances and treatment goals
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Maintain a safe environment and intervene in crisis situations as needed
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Monitor and document vital signs, pain levels, medication reactions, and behavioral changes
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Complete electronic documentation and follow physician orders
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Provide respectful, high-quality service to patients and their families
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Perform light administrative tasks such as answering phones and updating charts
Required Qualifications:
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Active NYS RN License (must be in hand before start)
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Minimum 2 years of recent psychiatric nursing experience
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CPI Certification (Crisis Prevention Intervention) – Required
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BLS Certification – American Heart Association ONLY
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Experience with inpatient psych and behavioral health interventions required
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Strong therapeutic communication and de-escalation skills
Why Travel with HumanEdge Health?
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Competitive weekly compensation
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Direct deposit
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Health and dental insurance options
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Licensure reimbursement
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Supportive, dedicated recruiter throughout your assignment
Apply Today:
your expertise to a dedicated behavioral health team and make a lasting impact in the lives of individuals in crisis. Travel with purpose. Thrive with HumanEdge Health.
HumanEdge Travel Healthcare Job ID #11334. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Psych RN
About HumanEdge Travel Healthcare
HumanEdge Allied Health is a full-service nursing and allied health staffing agency that has lived and breathed staffing for more than 30 years, making us one of the most trusted in the industry!
