Planet Healthcare is hiring: Psych | RN in Holyoke

Overview

Locum Tenens Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) jobs – Behavioral Health Travel Nursing in Holyoke, Massachusetts. Advance your nursing career with a rewarding locum tenens Psychiatric RN position in a modern hospital setting. Holyoke is in the Pioneer Valley and offers access to a vibrant community life and cultural attractions.

Psychiatric RN Job Details

• Location: Holyoke, MA 01040 (Massachusetts psychiatric nursing jobs)
• Setting: Behavioral Health Division – adult, geriatric, and pediatric units
• Employment Type: Locum tenens (travel RN contract)
• Start Date: October 13, 2025
• End Date: January 12, 2026
• Duration: 13-week contract
• Shift: 12-hour nights (7:00pm – 7:00am)
• Hours per Week: 36 guaranteed hours
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Float Requirement: Yes – across adult, geriatric, and pediatric behavioral health units
• Electronic Health Record: Cerner
• Scrub Color: Blue
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $1800 - $1840

Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Active Massachusetts RN license (Registered Nurse)
• Minimum 1 year of recent inpatient psychiatric nursing experience
• Graduate of an accredited Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing program
• BLS certification (required)
• ACLS certification (preferred)
• Ability to work with adult, geriatric, and pediatric populations
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Psychiatric RN Responsibilities

• Deliver direct and indirect patient care including assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation
• Develop and implement nursing care plans with patients, families, and interdisciplinary staff
• Effectively communicate changes in patient clinical condition to physicians, supervisors, and team members
• Participate in discharge planning and patient transitions
• Float between adult, geriatric, and pediatric behavioral health units as needed
• Provide care for patients with psychiatric diagnoses such as schizophrenia, depression, bipolar disorder, substance use disorder, and anxiety

Apply and Benefits

Apply now to join our healthcare team in Holyoke, Massachusetts and make a difference in behavioral health nursing.

Benefits

• 401K with Matching
• Healthcare
• Dental and Vision

About GHR

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing various healthcare professionals in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions. Our team provides career guidance and connections to opportunities that align with your skills and goals. Explore opportunities at jobs.ghrhealthcare.com.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Temporary
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Staffing and Recruiting

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