Psych RN in Durham, North Carolina
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Durham, NC
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,846/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 12, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $51.28
- Weekly
- $1,846
- Yearly (full-time)
- $95,992
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $51.28/hour — 26% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in North Carolina ($40.56/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in North Carolina right now
- 1,628 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in North Carolina from 6 agencies, 18 of them in Durham.
- Pay in these listings: $19.00 – $139/hour, median $51.58/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in North Carolina: $40.56/hour ($84,365/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: MAS Medical Staffing ($80.00/hour across 141 jobs).
Job description
Join us for a rewarding 13-week contract as a Behavioral Health Registered Nurse in Durham, North Carolina. You'll work a 12-hour night shift, providing essential mental health support in a Psychiatric Emergency Department with concurrent float to Medical ED. This role offers a chance to make a real difference in a fast-paced environment, where your expertise in psych emergency care and patient management will shine. Expect a mix of routine assessments, crisis interventions, and collaborative teamwork, all while enjoying a unique setting that emphasizes acute behavioral health response with a focus on safety and compassion.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year typically features mild temperatures with comfortable days and cool evenings, making outdoor activities enjoyable without the heat of summer or the chill of winter.
Fun Things To Do:
- Visit the Durham Bulls Athletic Park for a baseball game
- Explore the North Carolina Museum of Life and Science
- Take a day trip to the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway
- Visit the historic town of Hillsborough for shopping and local eateries
- Enjoy outdoor activities at Eno River State Park
Job Specifics:
Location: Durham, North Carolina
Shift: Night, 12 hours (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
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