Psych RN in Winston-Salem, North Carolina
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Winston Salem, NC
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,075/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $57.64
- Weekly
- $2,075
- Yearly (full-time)
- $107,900
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $57.64/hour — 42% 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, 76 of them in Winston Salem.
- 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 our team as a Behavioral Health Registered Nurse on a 13-week night shift assignment in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. This role offers an opportunity to work on a locked inpatient unit specializing in adult mental health, including conditions such as substance use, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and psychotic disorders. You'll be instrumental in managing behaviors, administering medications, and implementing crisis interventions, all while rotating between two floors to address varying acuity levels. Expect a collaborative environment supported by a dedicated therapy team and modern patient monitoring tools. No onsite RTO is permitted after booking, so plan accordingly. The schedule involves 12-hour night shifts (6:45 PM - 7:15 AM), with potential for 36-48 hours weekly, providing a balanced work-life dynamic and a rewarding chance to make a difference in patient recovery.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year is typically mild and pleasant, with cool evenings and comfortably warm days, making outdoor activities enjoyable after your shifts.
Fun Things To Do:
- Historical Walking Tour of Winston-Salem
- Visit the Reynolda House and Gardens
- Day trip to Blue Ridge Parkway for scenic views
- Explore the Great Smoky Mountains National Park
- Discover the North Carolina Museum of Art in Raleigh
Job Specifics:
Location: Winston-Salem, NC
Shift: 12-hour nights (6:45 PM - 7:15 AM)
Duration: 13 weeks, with options for extension
Weekly Hours: 36-48 hours, with every other weekend required
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