Embark on a transformative journey as a Registered Nurse in Behavioral Health / Psychiatric care, starting March 9, 2026, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This is your opportunity to bring compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals navigating complex mental health journeys, guiding them toward stability, resilience, and renewed hope. In Michigan’s vibrant communities, you’ll witness the power of healing within a culture that values empathy, dignity, and patient-centered collaboration. Beyond the role itself, you’ll have the chance to explore the beautiful places of this state—lush forests, pristine lakes, midwestern charm, and a thriving urban scene that blends history with modern vitality. Picture yourself contributing meaningfully while enjoying a quality of life that complements your professional purpose.
Location benefits extend well beyond Grand Rapids. Michigan offers diverse settings—from riverwalk afternoons and art-filled weekends to family-friendly neighborhoods and affordable living that supports a balanced lifestyle. As a behavioral health RN, you’ll work in a market with strong hospital networks, community clinics, and integrated care teams that prioritize holistic outcomes. The opportunity to rotate or be assigned to various locations across the United States will expand your clinical horizons, exposing you to populations with unique needs and innovative treatment approaches. You’ll gain exposure to different organizational cultures, evolving best practices, and the chance to develop a robust professional portfolio that showcases versatility, leadership, and adaptability. A support system anchored in expert colleagues and a community of care will amplify your capabilities, while the Michigan placement offers a welcoming introduction to a state renowned for its natural beauty and resident-centric communities.
As you step into this role, you’ll assume key responsibilities aimed at delivering high-quality psychiatric nursing care with compassion and clinical excellence. You’ll perform comprehensive assessments, monitor patient status, and contribute to treatment planning in collaboration with psychiatrists, social workers, therapists, and case managers. You’ll implement evidence-based interventions, crisis stabilization techniques, de-escalation strategies, medication management observations, and safety protocols designed to protect patients and staff. You’ll educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatment options, side effects, and coping skills, reinforcing a continuum of care that promotes recovery and community reintegration. You’ll document thoroughly in electronic health records, maintain compliance with regulatory standards, and participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance care delivery. The role offers significant professional growth opportunities within behavioral health nursing—leadership experiences, specialty certifications, and the chance to contribute to program development, research-informed practice, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
This position comes with competitive benefits designed to support your financial well-being and career trajectory. You’ll earn a weekly pay range of $1,671 to $1,793, with guaranteed weekly hours of 36. This assignment is structured to deliver consistency and predictability while allowing for the flexibility of extension opportunities, should you wish to continue beyond the initial term. A compelling bonus program recognizes your hard work and commitment to patient outcomes, while housing assistance helps ease relocation or temporary housing needs as you transition between assignments. The opportunity to extend the contract provides continuity, enabling you to deepen clinical expertise, cultivate lasting professional relationships, and contribute to long-term program success. In addition, you’ll benefit from comprehensive support services, including 24/7 assistance from a dedicated travel team that coordinates logistics, resources, and problem-solving while you’re on assignment. With this level of support, you can focus on clinically meaningful care and patient advocacy, knowing you have a reliable partner backing you every step of the way.
Our company is grounded in values that place staff empowerment at the forefront. We are committed to fostering career advancement, providing mentorship, ongoing education, and pathways to leadership roles within behavioral health nursing. You’ll join a culture that emphasizes a supportive, collaborative work environment where your insights matter, your professional development is encouraged, and your well-being is a priority. We celebrate diverse clinical perspectives and believe that growth comes from shared experiences, reflective practice, and a commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care. By choosing this role, you’ll become part of an organization that recognizes the essential contribution of nurses in shaping outcomes, reducing stigma, and delivering holistic care in a changing mental health landscape.
If you’re ready to elevate your practice, to grow within a dynamic behavioral health specialty, and to contribute to a program that values your expertise, we invite you to apply. This is more than a job—it’s a chance to advance your career while making a lasting impact on individuals and communities. Join us to shape the future of psychiatric nursing, enjoy meaningful professional development, and experience a supportive network that stands beside you through every challenge and triumph. Your next chapter in Grand Rapids—and potentially across the U.S.—awaits, where your compassion meets opportunity and your skills catalyze transformation.
Please 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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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.
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