Travel Nurse RN - Behavioral Health

Company: GHR Healthcare
Location: Ithaca
Posted on: February 15, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Behavioral Health for a travel nursing job in Ithaca, New York. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Behavioral Health - Discipline: RN - Start Date: ASAP - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours - Employment Type: Travel Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift – Ithaca, NY/n /n Advance your nursing career as a Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (RN) on the night shift in Ithaca, NY! Join our dedicated Behavioral Services Unit and provide compassionate, high-quality care to patients with behavioral and psychiatric health needs. This travel nursing job offers a supportive environment in one of New York's most scenic cities, renowned for its vibrant arts scene and welcoming community. Apply now to make a meaningful impact in behavioral health nursing in Ithaca, NY./n /n/nBehavioral Health RN Job Details/n /n - Location: Ithaca, NY 14850 (New York behavioral health jobs)/n - Healthcare Setting: Behavioral Services Unit (20-bed unit)/n - Job Type: Travel Registered Nurse contract/n - Start Date: September 30, 2024/n - End Date: December 30, 2024/n - Contract Duration: 13 weeks/n - Shift: 12-hour night shifts (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM), 3 shifts per week/n - Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week/n - Estimated Weekly Salary Range: $1880 - $2020 per week/n - Patient Ratio: 6:1/n - Floating: May float to Adult and Adolescent Inpatient Behavioral Health Units/n /n/nRegistered Nurse Qualifications/n /n - Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of New York/n - Minimum 1 year of experience in behavioral health nursing or psychiatric nursing/n - Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification or equivalent crisis prevention training required/n - Experience with Meditech electronic health records preferred/n - Strong assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills/n /n/nBehavioral Health RN Responsibilities/n /n - Assess and care for patients and families with a range of behavioral and psychiatric health needs, from uncomplicated to highly complex cases/n - Identify deviations and abnormalities in physical, emotional, developmental, and behavioral status/n - Develop and implement person-centered nursing care plans, prioritizing patient and family needs/n - Engage patients and families in establishing care goals and treatment plans/n - Demonstrate technical competence and resourcefulness in clinical care/n - Stay current with organizational policies and healthcare procedures/n - Float as needed to Adult and Adolescent Inpatient Behavioral Health Units/n /n Join our healthcare team in Ithaca, NY, and take the next step in your behavioral health nursing career. Apply today for this rewarding Registered Nurse job! Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision About GHR With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us:www.ghrhealthcare.com Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. GHR Healthcare Job ID 421493. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Behavioral Health About GHR Healthcare For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.

Keywords: GHR Healthcare, Syracuse , Travel Nurse RN - Behavioral Health, Healthcare , Ithaca, New York