Travel Registered Nurse Behavioral Health / Psychiatric Job
Janesville, WI
Contracted
Mercyhealth Hospital and Trauma Center - Janesville
Mid Level
Embark on a transformative journey as a Registered Nurse specializing in Behavioral Health / Psychiatric care in Janesville, Wisconsin. This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to influence recovery, resilience, and hope for patients navigating mental health challenges. In this role, you’ll join a dedicated team that treats the whole person—body, mind, and community—and you’ll find meaning in every interaction, from crisis intervention and safety planning to therapeutic support, patient education, and coordinated care. You’ll apply evidence-based practices, compassionate listening, and clinical expertise to stabilize patients on their path to wellness, while growing your proficiency in psychiatric assessment, crisis de-escalation, medication management within approved protocols, and collaborative case management. The Wisconsin landscape offers a rich backdrop for meaningful care, where small-town warmth meets vibrant regional culture, and where your skills contribute to stronger communities every day.
Located in Janesville, you’ll experience the appeal of a welcoming city with a rich history, a thriving downtown, and access to outdoor recreation along the Sugar River and nearby lakes. The area blends affordability with modern amenities, excellent schools, and a strong emphasis on community well-being. For professionals seeking broader horizons, this assignment also opens opportunities to work in various locations across the U.S., exposing you to diverse patient populations, hospital systems, and treatment modalities. This variety supports deepening clinical expertise, expanding professional networks, and building a flexible career portfolio that showcases adaptability, leadership, and cultural competence in behavioral health settings.
Role specifics and professional growth are at the heart of this assignment. You will conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments, monitor patient status, administer and adjust medications under physician oversight, and deliver patient- and family-centered education. You’ll facilitate individual and group therapies, participate in care planning with interdisciplinary teams, and support crisis intervention and safety planning in acute and community-based settings. As you demonstrate clinical judgment, you’ll have opportunities to pursue specialty training, leadership pathways, and expanded responsibilities that align with your career goals. The role includes a commitment to ongoing professional development, evidence-based practice, and the application of trauma-informed care principles to improve outcomes for persons living with mental health and co-occurring disorders. We emphasize a collaborative environment where your voice is heard, your expertise is valued, and your growth is supported with mentorship, training resources, and structured performance feedback. In addition to clinical duties, you’ll contribute to quality improvement initiatives, documentation accuracy, and patient advocacy to ensure compassionate, coordinated care.
You’ll enjoy competitive compensation and a robust benefits package designed to help you thrive. The assignment offers a weekly pay range of $1,452–$1,521, with guaranteed hours of 36.0 per week, beginning 01/30/2026 for an assignment spanning multiple weeks. There is a competitive bonus program, and housing assistance is available to ease transition and relocation logistics. We also provide extension opportunities, so you can build continuity in your practice and expand your professional footprint with a trusted partner. The company understands that travel healthcare requires solid support, and you’ll have access to 24/7 assistance from a dedicated travel management team, ensuring you feel secure and supported wherever you practice. Please note that pay rates and hours are estimates and may vary; final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
Our organization is committed to empowering our staff through clear career advancement pathways, a supportive work culture, and resources that promote work-life integration. You’ll join a community that values clinical excellence, compassionate care, and the professional development of every nurse on the team. We believe in recognizing your contributions, offering mentorship and networking opportunities, and providing a stable, respectful environment where your expertise can flourish and your impact can be measured in patient outcomes and family relief.
If you’re ready to expand your clinical horizons in Behavioral Health / Psychiatric nursing, to serve diverse populations, and to grow within a forward-thinking, supportive system, we invite you to apply. This is your moment to join a company that prioritizes your growth, honors your dedication, and supports your journey toward becoming a leader in psychiatric nursing. Embrace the chance to make a lasting difference in Janesville and beyond—where care, community, and career advancement intersect. Ready to begin this exciting chapter? Apply now to enter a role designed for nurses who are passionate, resilient, and committed to elevating behavioral health care.
Located in Janesville, you’ll experience the appeal of a welcoming city with a rich history, a thriving downtown, and access to outdoor recreation along the Sugar River and nearby lakes. The area blends affordability with modern amenities, excellent schools, and a strong emphasis on community well-being. For professionals seeking broader horizons, this assignment also opens opportunities to work in various locations across the U.S., exposing you to diverse patient populations, hospital systems, and treatment modalities. This variety supports deepening clinical expertise, expanding professional networks, and building a flexible career portfolio that showcases adaptability, leadership, and cultural competence in behavioral health settings.
Role specifics and professional growth are at the heart of this assignment. You will conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments, monitor patient status, administer and adjust medications under physician oversight, and deliver patient- and family-centered education. You’ll facilitate individual and group therapies, participate in care planning with interdisciplinary teams, and support crisis intervention and safety planning in acute and community-based settings. As you demonstrate clinical judgment, you’ll have opportunities to pursue specialty training, leadership pathways, and expanded responsibilities that align with your career goals. The role includes a commitment to ongoing professional development, evidence-based practice, and the application of trauma-informed care principles to improve outcomes for persons living with mental health and co-occurring disorders. We emphasize a collaborative environment where your voice is heard, your expertise is valued, and your growth is supported with mentorship, training resources, and structured performance feedback. In addition to clinical duties, you’ll contribute to quality improvement initiatives, documentation accuracy, and patient advocacy to ensure compassionate, coordinated care.
You’ll enjoy competitive compensation and a robust benefits package designed to help you thrive. The assignment offers a weekly pay range of $1,452–$1,521, with guaranteed hours of 36.0 per week, beginning 01/30/2026 for an assignment spanning multiple weeks. There is a competitive bonus program, and housing assistance is available to ease transition and relocation logistics. We also provide extension opportunities, so you can build continuity in your practice and expand your professional footprint with a trusted partner. The company understands that travel healthcare requires solid support, and you’ll have access to 24/7 assistance from a dedicated travel management team, ensuring you feel secure and supported wherever you practice. Please note that pay rates and hours are estimates and may vary; final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
Our organization is committed to empowering our staff through clear career advancement pathways, a supportive work culture, and resources that promote work-life integration. You’ll join a community that values clinical excellence, compassionate care, and the professional development of every nurse on the team. We believe in recognizing your contributions, offering mentorship and networking opportunities, and providing a stable, respectful environment where your expertise can flourish and your impact can be measured in patient outcomes and family relief.
If you’re ready to expand your clinical horizons in Behavioral Health / Psychiatric nursing, to serve diverse populations, and to grow within a forward-thinking, supportive system, we invite you to apply. This is your moment to join a company that prioritizes your growth, honors your dedication, and supports your journey toward becoming a leader in psychiatric nursing. Embrace the chance to make a lasting difference in Janesville and beyond—where care, community, and career advancement intersect. Ready to begin this exciting chapter? Apply now to enter a role designed for nurses who are passionate, resilient, and committed to elevating behavioral health care.
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