Travel Nurse RN - Psych - in Williamsburg, VA
Listed on 2026-10-12
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Nursing
Mental Health Nurse, RN Nurse, Travel Nurse, Psychiatric Care & Support
Registered Nurse (RN) | Psych
Location: Williamsburg, VA
Agency: Cynet Health
Pay: $1,752 per week
Shift Information: Days - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 10/19/2026
Travel Nurse Source is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Psych RN in Williamsburg, Virginia, 23188!
Job Title:
Registered Nurse (RN) Profession:
Nursing Specialty:
Psychiatric Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Days Hours per
Shift: 12 hours (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM)
Experience:
2 years recent psychiatric experience required License:
Registered Nurse (RN) License
Certifications:
Handle with Care certification (can be provided onsite if needed) Must-Have:
- Comfortable in a busy, fast-paced acute psychiatric hospital
- Adaptable and a team player
- Versatile with the ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays
- Ability to float between units
Description:
The position requires working with an adult patient population. Patients include those with depression, suicidal tendencies, and severe mental illness. The nurse will manage a small detox unit as well. Key responsibilities include administering medications, conducting patient assessments, and managing admissions and discharges. The nurse will handle an average of 10-15 assessments daily. The work environment is fast-paced and may require dealing with aggressive behavior, including physical holds.
No IV or wound care is involved in this role. The typical nurse-to-patient ratio is approximately 1:12. There will be at least two nurses per unit, which may include combinations of RNs and LPNs. Weekend and holiday shifts are required during the winter season. Handle with Care certification is necessary, but assistance with this training will be provided if needed.
About Cynet Health
Your travel nursing adventure begins here. Matching talented nurses like you with high-paying travel jobs at the best facilities across all 50 states. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we fill. We understand this is a partnership. You will have no surprises. Your salary will be discussed upfront and there will be no troubling negotiation tactics.
RequirementsRequired for Onboarding
- BLS
- Pharmacology
- Skills Checklist
- Specialty Exam
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