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Travel as a Psychiatric Nurse


Discover your passion for psych nursing and travel with LRS Healthcare.

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Traveling as a Psych Nurse with LRS Healthcare

LRS Healthcare acknowledges how vital the healthcare industry is and we make it our priority to make the transition as smooth as possible for our travelers. We specialize in matching Psych Nurses, like yourself, with a job that fits your unique skill set and experience.

We partner with top-notches facilities all over the U.S. to find you a job that meets your demands and is worth bragging about. If you’re ready for a challenge and to expand your skill set, traveling is perfect for you! Once our recruiters have gathered your professional and personal preferences, they will begin their search of finding your next big adventure.

See what available Psych Nurse jobs LRS Healthcare has to offer and apply today to get started. Once you submit your information, a recruiter will take it from there, leading you through the entire application process, providing job details (like pay and start dates), and finally, securing your assignment!

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What to expect

Applying for Psych Nurse Travel Jobs

Ready to kick off your new adventure as a traveling healthcare professional? Fill out the quick apply and submit your info. An LRS recruiter will be in touch to finalize your application and talk about your work and destination preferences. Once all documents and background checks are completed, if an offer is made, you can then sign your contract and prepare for your new role!

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The Perks

of Traveling as a Psych Nurse

As a healthcare traveler, you get to be your own boss and our team of professionals is here to help you find the perfect balance of work and life adventures. Get ready to start checking off that bucket list!

Additional perks include:

With all of this change and excitement, it may take some time to get comfortable in your new job and location. Don’t worry this is expected and your recruiter will be there at every step of your journey!
Learn more about travel opportunities for Nursing Professionals. 

Frequently

Asked Questions

What are the requirements to travel as a Psych Nurse?

01. Healthcare traveler requirements vary by facility and state. To ensure that you are ready to go when a recruiter contacts you, we recommend that:
• All professional licenses and certifications are updated and ready to go before you apply.
• Any additional licenses that may be required based on your assignment’s location.
• You have at least 2 years of on-the-job experience as a Psych Nurse. (This isn’t necessarily required, but we have found that these individuals are typically positioned better and will likely be more comfortable with the responsibilities).

How do I get started as a traveling Psych Nurse?

02. To guarantee that the process is stress-free, you will want to do your research when it comes time to select a healthcare staffing agency. LRS Healthcare’s recruiters take pride in listening to your requests and finding you the best travel job that pays well and matches your lifestyle and interests.

How much will I be paid to travel as a Psych Nurse?

03. Depends on experience and the destination. Different states offer different benefits such as pay. If you are looking for higher pay, this may be something to consider. Pay can vary due to other factors as well, such as the job, facility, and agency you work with. Something else to pay attention to is whether job boards or sites promote jobs that display pay before or after taxes and include or exclude travel and housing stipends. All of these factors impact what your take-home pay could be and could potentially vary from the number promoted on the job post. To ensure complete accuracy, contact your LRS Healthcare recruiter so we can review your personalized pay package with full clarity.

How long are Psych Nurse travel assignments?

04. A standard Psych Nurse travel assignment is 13 weeks. This allotted period allows you to take advantage of everything your destination has to offer and connect with other healthcare professionals! Falling in love with your assignment? Don’t worry, you can always request an extension.

24/7/365 Benefits

Beyond-Your-Basic Benefits

Insurance

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Insurance

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PerkSpot

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PerkSpot

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Licensure Reimbursement

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Licensure Reimbursement

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Certification Reimbursement

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Certification Reimbursement

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401(k)

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401(k)

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Traveler Experience Team

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Traveler Experience Team

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24-Hour Support

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24-Hour Support

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Referral Bonus

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Referral Bonus

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LifeWorks EAP

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LifeWorks EAP

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Clinical Team

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Clinical Team

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Why Choose LRS Healthcare?

Your success is our priority. That’s why we make the traveler experience easy, so you can spend more time living your life and caring for your patients. Here are just a few more reasons to travel with us.

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Traveler First:

You’re never just a number to us. We take the time to learn about you, including your career goals and desired destinations. Your recruiter will guide you from one assignment to the next and be your advocate throughout your journey with us.

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Responsive:

Submit your online application, and we’ll be in touch right away. Once we’ve gotten to know you and matched you to an ideal position, we’ll work together to collect the rest of the details.

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Full Service:

Along with your recruiter, you’ll have access to our dedicated operations and traveler experience teams. They help take care of all the details to make your assignment the very best it can be. You won’t go it alone—you can contact us any time, 24/7/365.

Travel with LRS Healthcare

Ready to hit the road for your next assignment?