Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric for a travel nursing job in Bangor, Maine.

• Specialty:
  Psychiatric
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  03/30/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) – Pediatric & Adult Inpatient | Travel Nurse – Bangor, ME (04401)

Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nurse in Bangor, Maine (04401): 13-week travel assignment in an acute inpatient psychiatric facility treating pediatric and adult populations. Ideal for experienced Behavioral Health RNs and Psych RNs with night-shift availability and a current Maine RN license (or compact eligible). Join our collaborative behavioral health team and make an immediate impact on patient care in this rewarding psychiatric nursing job.

• Assignment Length: 13 weeks (March 30, 2026 – June 27, 2026)
• Location: Bangor, Maine – acute inpatient psychiatric facility (Zip 04401)
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $2,020–$2,130/week
• Role: Psychiatric Registered Nurse (Psych RN) – Pediatric & Adult Inpatient
• Setting: Free-standing acute inpatient psychiatric unit (behavioral health)
• Shift: 12-hour nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) – Travel Nurse / Night Shift
• Hours per Week: 36 guaranteed
• Patient Population: Pediatrics (ages 5–18) and Adults (18+)
• Weekend Rotation: Every other weekend
• Orientation: 1 week days, then transition to scheduled night shift
• Scrub Color: Any solid color (professional attire required)
• Free Parking: Yes

• Active RN license in the state of Maine (or compact eligible) — required for Maine psychiatric nursing jobs
• BLS certification (AHA) required
• Minimum 1 year of behavioral health nursing experience required; prior inpatient psych experience preferred
• Pediatric behavioral health experience preferred — candidates without may be considered with manager approval
• Demonstrated experience with de-escalation techniques and safe use of physical restraints (chemical restraints not used)
• Comfortable floating between pediatric and adult inpatient units as needed
• Willingness to work holidays as scheduled
• MOAB certification to be obtained onsite during orientation
• Experience documenting in Cerner EMR or similar electronic medical records preferred

• Provide compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric nursing care to pediatric and adult inpatients
• Perform safe medication administration, medication passes, and treatments as ordered
• Lead and participate in therapeutic group sessions and milieu management
• Apply de-escalation skills and physical restraint techniques when clinically necessary
• Accurately document patient assessments, interventions, and progress in Cerner EMR
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary behavioral health team including psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, occupational therapists, and psych techs
• Float between pediatric and adult units as staffing needs require
• Complete orientation, MOAB certification, and ongoing training to maintain high-quality psychiatric care

• Meaningful travel nurse opportunity in Bangor, ME — experience Maine psychiatric care and a welcoming community
• Bangor offers a vibrant downtown, scenic riverfront, and easy access to outdoor recreation in the beautiful Maine countryside. Enjoy local attractions such as the Bangor Waterfront, nearby hiking trails, and a friendly, supportive community.
• Supportive behavioral health team with strong clinical collaboration
• Guaranteed hours and consistent night-shift schedule for work-life predictability
• Onsite MOAB training and orientation to ensure success in the role

Apply now to be considered for this Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) travel assignment in Bangor, Maine. Join our behavioral health team today and advance your career in psychiatric nursing — search .

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GHR Healthcare Job . 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

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