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Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN)
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What they do
A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
$70,422 / year median in Florida
+8% projected growth
Job Description
- Psychiatric RN Opportunity | Pensacola, FL | Up to $40/hr | Per Diem Available
- Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking an experienced
- Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN)
- for a residential behavioral health program in
- Pensacola, FL
- . This position provides care to adolescents ages 7-17 in a structured residential treatment setting focused on mental health and substance use treatment services.
- Position Highlights
- + •RN - Psychiatric•+ •
Pay:
$40/hour
- + •
Night Shift:
11:00 PM - 7:00 AM
- + •36 hours per week available•+ •8-week contract•+ •
Start Date:
September 28, 2026
- + •Per Diem opportunities also available•+ •Auto-offer opportunity (no client interview required)•About the Facility•Work with a residential treatment program serving Medicaid-eligible youth with serious emotional disturbances.
The program provides 24-hour care, mental health treatment, and substance use prevention and treatment services in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment.
- Responsibilities
- + Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care + Administer medications and treatments as ordered + Support patients experiencing mental health and behavioral health challenges + Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary teams + Maintain accurate documentation and ensure quality patient care
- Requirements
- + Active Florida RN License + Minimum of 1 year of psychiatric nursing experience + Current CPR certification + Ability to meet all state, federal, and facility requirements + Must be at least 18 years of age
- Orientation & Training
- Comprehensive paid orientation includes: + Virtual corporate orientation + EHR training + CPI training (online and in-person) + Additional site-specific onboarding If you're looking for a rewarding behavioral health opportunity or interested in
- per diem psychiatric nursing shifts
- , we'd love to connect with you.
- Apply today or contact Amergis Healthcare Staffing for more details!
- Benefits
- At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance + 401(k) savings plan + Awards and recognition programs
- Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
- About Amergis
- Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988.
We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
- Job Category:
- Nursing
- Job Function:
- Nursing | RN | RN - Psychiatric
- Job Type:
- Contract - Full Time
- Setting:
- Healthcare Facilities
- Position Type:
- Healthcare
- Office Number:
- 0754
- Contract Duration:
- 8 •
Pay Rate:
- $1440 / Week
- Date Posted:
- 2026-09-10T14:49:55
Benefits
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance