Step into a transformative role as a Registered Nurse, Psychiatric (Psych) specialist in Holyoke, Massachusetts, beginning January 19, 2026. This is more than a position—it’s a chance to illuminate recovery pathways, foster resilience, and advocate for patients navigating mental health challenges. Picture yourself guiding individuals toward stability, building trust, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to create calm, compassionate environments. Massachusetts is a place where history and innovation mingle; you’ll enjoy the comfort of a walkable New England town and the lure of scenic beauty—seasonal splendor in the Berkshires, the charm of riverfront parks along the Connecticut River, and easy access to coastal escapes and vibrant urban culture. Holyoke itself offers a welcoming community, active parks, cultural events, and proximity to greater Boston, Northampton, and Springfield, all within a short drive of outdoor adventures and world-class healthcare networks that emphasize teamwork and patient-centered care.

Location Benefits: Working in Holyoke provides the stability of a full-time traveler role with guaranteed hours and predictable weekly pay, while also presenting the exciting possibility to work in various locations across the U.S. This model lets you experience different patient populations, hospital systems, and treatment approaches, expanding your clinical repertoire and professional network. Holyoke’s community offers convenient access to galleries, dining, and outdoor activities, making it easier to balance demanding shifts with meaningful downtime. When you’re ready for broader horizons, our nationwide assignments allow you to rotate through partner facilities in diverse regions, enriching your practice and sharpening adaptable, trauma-informed care skills unique to each setting.

Role Specifics and Benefits:
- Key responsibilities: As a Psychiatric RN, you’ll perform comprehensive mental health assessments, monitor patient status, and implement evidence-based care plans. You’ll provide crisis intervention, de-escalation, and safety planning, coordinate with psychiatrists, case managers, and social workers, and assist with medication management and monitoring. You’ll conduct ongoing assessments for risk and functional status, educate patients and families about diagnoses and treatment options, document meticulously in electronic health records, and participate in daily rounds, care planning meetings, and discharge planning. Your role will emphasize therapeutic communication, boundary setting, and the patient’s rights and dignity, all while adhering to best practices in infection control and clinical governance.
- Professional growth: This assignment offers significant opportunities for specialty growth within psychiatry, including exposure to inpatient and outpatient settings, crisis stabilization, addiction recovery supports, and pediatric or adult tracks where available. You’ll have access to certifications, mentorship, and continuing education allowances designed to accelerate your clinical competencies and leadership potential.
- Benefits that set you apart: Competitive weekly pay ranging from $2,221 to $2,404, with 40 guaranteed hours each week. A sign-on bonus and housing assistance are available to ease transition and ensure stability in your new environment. There are extension opportunities to continue your impactful work beyond the initial assignment, helping you build a sustained career path in psychiatric nursing. Comprehensive travel support keeps logistics simple, and 24/7 support is available while you’re traveling with the company to address any needs or concerns promptly and professionally.
- Support structure: You’ll join a network that prioritizes your safety and success. Our travel coordinators and clinical support teams provide round-the-clock assistance, ensuring smooth onboarding, scheduling, credentialing, and seamless communication across sites. This means you can focus on patient care while knowing a robust team is at your side at all times.

Company Values:
Our organization is grounded in empowering staff to advance their careers within a humane, collaborative, and inclusive culture. We champion professional development, recognize the expertise our nurses bring, and cultivate a supportive environment where teamwork, mentorship, and continuous improvement drive excellent patient outcomes. We believe in fairness, transparency, and offering the resources you need to thrive—whether you’re refining clinical skills, pursuing leadership opportunities, or contributing to program innovation.

Call to Action:
If you’re ready to elevate your practice, make tangible differences in patients’ lives, and join a company that respects and expands your professional capabilities, apply now. This is a vibrant opportunity to grow within psychiatric nursing, explore new communities, and contribute to a care team that values your dedication and expertise. Begin your journey in Holyoke and, when ready, extend your impact across the United States with assignments that challenge and reward you.

Note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.

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About TLC Nursing
TLC Nursing is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.

ShiftShield™ – Traveler Protection
ShiftShield™ protects travelers from preventable facility-driven cancellations and ensures fair compensation for schedule disruptions.

Why Travelers Choose TLC

• Competitive weekly pay
• Fast credentialing
• 24/7 recruiter & clinical support
• Nationwide assignments

Referral Bonus
Earn up to $1,000 per referral — no employment required.

EEO Statement
TLC Nursing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.