Travel Inpatient Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (RN) - Farmington, NM

ProTouch Staffing is seeking a compassionate and experienced Behavioral Health RN to support an inpatient psychiatric unit. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced behavioral health environment, providing patient-centered care to adult patients with psychiatric and mental health conditions.

ASSIGNMENT HIGHLIGHTS

• Specialty: Inpatient Behavioral Health / Psychiatric Nursing

• Location: Farmington, NM

• Contract Duration: 13 Weeks

• Shift: Days, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

• Scheduled Hours: 36 hours per week

• Schedule: Likely a fixed schedule of Sunday/Monday/Tuesday or Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday

• Weekend Requirement: Variable

• On-Call: Staff may be placed on call if unit census drops to zero

• Floating: No floating required

• Patient Population: Adult behavioral health / psychiatric patients

• Patient Ratios: Census-dependent; average daily census of 3-5 patients

• EHR: Cerner

• Call-Off Policy: Facility may cancel up to 3 shifts during the 13-week assignment.

WEEKLY COMPENSATION

• Gross Weekly Pay: $2,127.04

• Taxable Weekly Pay: $860.04

• Non-Taxable Weekly Stipends: $1,267.00

• Overtime: After 40 hours, if applicable

EXPERIENCE & REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required.

• ADN or BSN required.

• Active RN license required.

• Current BLS certification required.

• Inpatient Behavioral Health / Psychiatric experience.

• Must have experience with:

  • De-escalation techniques and training

  • Patient interviews

  • Knowledge of psychiatric medications

  • Basic wound care

• Experience with adult psychiatric patients preferred.

• Familiarity with conditions such as depression, suicidality, schizophrenia, and drug-induced psychosis.

• Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced behavioral health environment.

WHY CHOOSE PROTOUCH STAFFING?

• Woman-owned. Healthcare-founded. Traveler-focused.

• With over 32 years of staffing expertise, ProTouch Staffing was founded by healthcare professionals in 1992.

• We believe in personalized service, integrity, and putting our travelers first. Our dedicated recruiters take the time to understand your pay expectations, location preferences, and career goals so we can help you find assignments that align with what matters most to you.

• No pressure, no restrictions-just dedicated support throughout your travel career.

• Your career. Your goals. Our commitment.

READY FOR YOUR NEXT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ASSIGNMENT?

Ready to take the next step in your travel nursing career? Apply today or connect with our team to learn more about this opportunity!

Pay Disclaimer: Weekly gross compensation is based on the scheduled hours and includes taxable wages and potential non-taxable stipends. Stipend eligibility is subject to individual circumstances and applicable tax regulations. Actual compensation may vary based on hours worked, tax residency, and assignment terms.