Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric - $2,411 per week
Wellspring Nurse Source — Winston-Salem, NC
$2,411/wk
Apply now- Specialty
- Psych
- Type
- Travel
- Shift
- Nights
- Hours
- 48/week
- Duration
- 13 weeks
- Start
- 10/12/2026
Job description
Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric for a travel nursing job in Winston Salem, North Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Psychiatric
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/12/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 48 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Behavioral Health team. This role is focused on providing compassionate care to patients dealing with various mental health challenges in an inpatient setting.
Required Skills / Certifications / Experience
- Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience required
- Experience with inpatient care in a locked unit
- Knowledge of substance use and chemical dependency
- Experience with anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, depressive disorder, PTSD, schizophrenia-spectrum disorders, and other mental health diagnoses
- Ability to administer medications, including antianxiety agents, antidepressants, antipsychotics, mood stabilizers, and sedatives/analgesics
- Experience with crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques
- Certification in MOAB (Management of Aggressive Behavior)
Preferred Skills
- Experience with congenital/developmental disorders
- Proficient in starting and maintaining IVs
Job Details
- Target patient-to-nurse ratio: 1:7
- Shift: Nights from 18:45 to 07:15
- Schedule: Weekends only (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
- 36-48 hours per week available
- No on-call requirements
Patient Population
The role involves caring for adult and geriatric patients with various mental health diagnoses.
Unit Details
The Behavioral Health unit is divided across two floors, with team members rotating between them. The unit utilizes psych techs for vital sign checks and patient monitoring, focusing on milieu management. Support from a therapy team is available seven days a week for group sessions.
Special Equipment
Monitoring is conducted using ObservSmart, and staff are equipped with personal panic alarms for safety.
Unit Systems
The unit operates on the EPIC system for medication administration and documentation, alongside Pyxis for medication management. Communication utilizes an SBAR format.
Orientation and Uniform
- Comprehensive 32-hour unit orientation required
- Available classes during the first week of employment
- Uniform: Navy blue scrubs
Join a committed team focused on delivering high-quality care in a supportive environment. We welcome you to apply and make a significant impact in patients' lives.
Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID #38132631. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.