Location: Holyoke, MA

Start Date: 03-16-2026

End Date: 06-15-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Full-time, Day shift (7:00 AM - 3:30 PM); includes every other weekend and every other holiday

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $63 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect nursing care to patients in an inpatient behavioral health setting
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic milieu grounded in trauma-informed practices
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary treatment team to develop, implement, and document individualized treatment plans
• Manage crisis situations using de-escalation and restraint-reduction techniques when necessary
• Serve as a float nurse across units and assume charge responsibilities as assigned
• Accurately document patient care and assessments in the Electronic Medical Record
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and team members to support recovery-focused care
• Coach, delegate, and support team members to promote a cohesive, empowered clinical environment

Qualifications

• Current Massachusetts Registered Nurse (RN) license required
• Minimum of 1 year of psychiatric nursing experience required
• CPR certification required
• Previous psychiatric inpatient and/or substance use inpatient experience preferred
• Experience with restraint reduction, de-escalation, and crisis intervention preferred
• Comfort and willingness to float across units and assume charge nurse responsibilities
• Proficient with Electronic Medical Records and basic computer/typing skills
• Strong communication, time management, delegation, and teamwork abilities

Education

• Active RN license in Massachusetts (required)
• BSN preferred

Knowledge & Skills

• Solid knowledge of psychiatric and behavioral health nursing principles
• Familiarity with substance abuse treatment modalities and co-occurring disorders
• Trauma-informed recovery model of care and therapeutic relationship building
• Crisis management and de-escalation skills
• Ability to apply nursing process and clinical judgment in high-stress situations
• Effective oral and written communication and documentation skills
• Team building, coaching, and leadership skills for charge nurse duties

Benefits

• Generous housing support and travel assistance to make your contract easy and comfortable
• Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• 401K retirement savings plan so you can plan for tomorrow
• Life insurance and disability protection for peace of mind
• Paid time off to recharge and maintain work-life balance
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Professional development opportunities and mentorship from experienced psychiatric clinicians
• A supportive, collaborative team culture that values your voice and expertise

Travel Perks: Explore Holyoke, MA

Holyoke sits on the Connecticut River with easy access to outdoor recreation at Mount Tom State Reservation and scenic riverwalks. Spend weekends exploring nearby Northampton’s vibrant arts, dining, and music scene or visit Amherst and UMass for cultural events. Quick trips to Springfield bring attractions like the Basketball Hall of Fame and family-friendly museums, and thrill-seekers can enjoy Six Flags New England in nearby Agawam. The Berkshires are a lovely weekend getaway for hiking, galleries, and theaters, all within driving distance.

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