Travel Registered Nurse Behavioral Health / Psychiatric Job

Step into a dynamic opportunity as a Travel Registered Nurse specializing in Behavioral Health and Psychiatric care in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This role invites you to make a meaningful impact on patients navigating complex emotional and behavioral challenges while you build expertise in a high-demand specialty. Picture guiding individuals toward resilience with evidence-based interventions, de-escalation techniques, and a steady, compassionate presence that earns trust even in moments of crisis. This is more than a assignment—it’s a chance to shape outcomes, grow professionally, and experience the rich culture and natural beauty of Michigan. With a Start Date of 03/16/2026, you’ll embark on a multi-week journey that blends clinical mastery with personal discovery, all supported by a nationwide network committed to your success. See yourself thriving in environments where every shift reinforces your clinical skills and every day reinforces your purpose.

Location Benefits: Grand Rapids blends Midwestern warmth with urban vitality. You’ll enjoy a city known for its thriving arts scene, craft breweries, diverse dining, and welcoming neighborhoods. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate nearby lakeshores, parks, and river walks that punctuate a fast-paced schedule with restorative moments. Within Michigan, you’ll find a blend of family-friendly communities and opportunities to explore iconic landscapes—whether you’re strolling through botanical gardens, savoring a sunset by the water, or discovering local history. And because this is a travel-focused role, there’s the option to work in various locations across the U.S., expanding your professional horizons while you experience new clinical settings, patient populations, and interdisciplinary teams. The arrangement is designed to offer stability with ample time for continuing education, personal pursuits, and quality time with loved ones. As you serve in Grand Rapids, you’ll also benefit from access to Michigan’s diverse regions and all the practical comforts that make a successful travel experience feasible, including housing support and reliable on-site resources.

Role Specifics and Benefits: In Behavioral Health / Psychiatric care, you’ll be responsible for holistic patient care within a dynamic multidisciplinary team. Core duties include skilled assessment and ongoing mental status evaluations, crisis intervention and de-escalation when needed, development and implementation of individualized treatment plans, and collaborative care coordination with psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, nurses, and peer specialists. You’ll monitor safety, manage adverse events, administer medications in accordance with protocol, document thoroughly, and participate in quality improvement initiatives that advance best practices in psychiatric care. This role is designed for growth: you’ll have opportunities to pursue specialty certifications, expand your scope of practice, and assume mentorship or lead responsibilities as you demonstrate clinical excellence. The package features competitive compensation with a weekly pay range of $1,827-$1,991, reflecting the high level of expertise you bring. In addition, you’ll have access to housing assistance to ease travel logistics, and the chance for contract extensions as your performance and preferences align with organizational needs. You’ll also be supported by an experienced team offering 24/7 assistance while you travel, ensuring you have reliable help whenever you need it. Guaranteed Hours are 40.0 per week, which provides stability in scheduling and a dependable rhythm to your practice. This assignment is structured as a multi-week engagement with potential for extension, giving you the opportunity to deepen patient relationships, refine treatment strategies, and grow into higher levels of responsibility.

Company Values: Our organization is dedicated to empowering nursing professionals by prioritizing career advancement, ongoing education, and a supportive work environment. We believe in recognizing clinical excellence, fostering collaboration, and providing transparent pathways for advancement. You’ll join a culture that values your voice, supports your well-being, and encourages continuous learning through mentorship, evidence-based practice, and constructive feedback. The emphasis on workforce development means you’ll be part of a community that celebrates compassionate care, resilience, and professional integrity as essential routes to positive patient outcomes and personal fulfillment.

Call to Action: If you’re an RN with a passion for Behavioral Health and Psychiatric care and you’re ready to elevate your clinical impact while exploring the best of Grand Rapids and beyond, apply today. This is your chance to join a company that values your contribution and champions your professional development through meaningful assignments, robust support, and opportunities that align with your career goals. Begin making a difference from day one—help patients find hope, stability, and brighter futures while you expand your own expertise in a thriving, nationwide network. Your next chapter starts here.

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About TLC Nursing
TLC Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing Nursing 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 Healthforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer.