Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN)
Setting: Healthcare Facilities
Job Type: Travel
Pay: $1820 / Week
Hours: 36.00
Location: DALTON, GA
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Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking an experienced Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) for a 26-week contract assignment in Dalton, GA . This position is ideal for nurses with lockdown psychiatric experience who are passionate about providing quality mental health care in a structured behavioral health setting.
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Dalton, GA
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Shift: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
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Days: Friday, Saturday, Sunday
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Hours: 36 hours/week
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Contract Length: 26 Weeks
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Start Date: 11/02/2026
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Active RN license in Georgia or compact state eligibility
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Minimum 1 year of lockdown psychiatric nursing experience
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Current BLS Certification
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CPI Certification preferred
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Current CPR (if applicable)
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Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements
Responsibilities
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Assess, monitor, and care for patients with mental health and substance use disorders
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Administer medications and treatments as ordered
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Maintain accurate documentation and patient records
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Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams
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Promote patient safety, stabilization, and therapeutic outcomes
Additional Information
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Client interview required
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One-week classroom orientation provided
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Timekeeping through MaxView Timeclock
Apply today to join a dedicated behavioral health team and make a difference in the lives of patients in Dalton, GA!
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
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Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
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Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
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401(k) savings plan
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Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Category: Nursing
Job Function: Nursing | RN | RN - Psychiatric
Job Type: Travel
Setting: Healthcare Facilities
Position Type: Healthcare
Office Number: 0672
Contract Duration: 26
Pay Rate: $1820 / Week
Date Posted: 2026-10-13T20:21:27
