RN - Behavioral Health | Holyoke, MA | Contract

Quick Look

  • Weekly Gross Pay: $75
  • Guaranteed Hours: 36
  • Shift: 07:00-19:30, 12 Hours
  • Start Date: 11/16/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • Number of Openings: 1

Join a leading acute-care hospital as a Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in psychiatric care. This contract position in Holyoke, MA, offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on providing quality care to patients of all ages. You will be a vital part of a team that serves a diverse patient population, including children, adults, and geriatrics.

**Orientation is biweekly, on Monday or Tuesdays (FDI's upon clearance). Candidates must be 60 miles or greater to be considered Travel.** All Travelers must have REQUIRED certifications prior to start. The client reserves the right to require certifications not listed. Please refer to the LPNT checklist for the most up-to-date requirements.

Position Information:

  • Facility Department/Cost Center: 830835130 - BH IP Unit 1
  • Position: RN
  • Specialty: Behavioral Health
  • Shift: 07:00-19:30, 12 Hours (BLOCKED SCHEDULING NOT AVAILABLE)
  • Weekend Hours: As Needed/Every Other
  • Call Requirements: As Needed
  • Required Certifications: BLS, HWC (available on site)
  • Years of Experience: 1
  • Float Requirements: Yes

Unit Information:

  • Number of Beds: 104 across five units (Adult, Child, and Geriatric)
  • Patient Ratios: 1:8 variable (Geri and Peds have lower)
  • EHR: Cerner
  • Supervisor: Shift Supervisor & Caitlin Dunn, CNO
  • Patient Population: Serves all ages: Peds (5-17; 12 beds), Adults (2 adult units, 24 beds each), Geriatric (24 beds)

Hiring Profile:

  • Must Have Skills/Experience: Inpatient Psych RN experience. Must be willing to work with both adults and pediatrics.
  • Common Diagnosis/Treatment: Schizophrenia, depression, bipolar disorder, substance use disorder, anxiety.
  • Personality Fit: Professional.
  • Required Education: Certification/licensure required to work as an RN in MA.
  • Dress Code: Scrub Color: Blue.

As a Behavioral Health Registered Nurse / RN you will:

  • Provide planning and delivery of direct and indirect patient care through the nursing process of Assessment, Planning, Intervention, and Evaluation.
  • Develop nursing care plans in coordination with patients, families, and interdisciplinary staff as necessary.
  • Communicate changes in patients' clinical conditions with Physicians, Nursing Supervisors/Managers, and co-workers as appropriate.
  • Participate in the discharge planning process.

Qualifications:

  • Graduated from an accredited Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Associate Degree in Nursing, or Nursing Diploma program.
  • Current state licensure as Registered Nurse / RN.
  • BCLS Certification.
  • ACLS preferred.
  • Minimum one year in an inpatient psychiatric setting.

GLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you are ready to take the next step in your nursing career and make a difference in the lives of patients, apply now!