Psych Field RN
- Agency
- Care Team Solutions
- Location
- Nyc, NY
- Job type
- Contract
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Apr 22, 2026
Typical pay
- Median hourly (New York)
- $52.62
- Median weekly (40 h)
- $2,105
- Median yearly
- $109,450
Care Team Solutions doesn't list the pay for this job. Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in New York pay a median of $52.62/hour; travel and locum contracts usually pay more because they add housing and travel stipends. Ask the recruiter for the exact rate when you apply.
Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in New York right now
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- Pay in these listings: $18.75 – $112/hour, median $61.94/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in New York: $52.62/hour ($109,450/year, BLS).
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Job description
Registered Nurse – Crisis Intervention (Traveling Role)
Location: New York City (All Boroughs)
Category: DHS – Homeless Services
Make an impact where it matters most.
The NYC Department of Homeless Services is seeking Registered Nurses to join its Crisis
Intervention Team. In this field-based role, you will provide direct medical and mental health
care to individuals experiencing homelessness across New York City.
Available Shifts
This role offers multiple shift options to support 24/7 crisis coverage. Schedules may be
fixed or rotational based on program needs (5x8s):
4:00 AM – 12:00 PM
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
8:00 PM – 4:00 AM
Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays is required.
What You’ll Do
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Conduct medical, mental health, and safety assessments for individuals in need
across streets, subways, and parks
Partner with DHS Crisis Coordinators, outreach teams, and community partners to
build trust and encourage acceptance of services or shelter
Identify individuals in crisis requiring immediate medical or psychiatric intervention and
take appropriate action
Evaluate risk of harm to self or others and implement emergency responses in
accordance with Section 9.58 of the Mental Hygiene Law
Coordinate with law enforcement, hospitals, and transport teams for safe transfers?
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and continuity of care
Deliver direct, hands-on medical care in both field and office settings
Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation while maintaining compliance
with program requirements
Collaborate with hospital clinicians (C.P.E.P.) to support effective treatment planning
Maintain authorization to operate as part of a mobile crisis outreach team (DOHMH
approval required)
What We’re Looking For
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Active New York State RN License (Primary Source Verified)
AHA BLS Certification
Minimum of 2 years of mental/behavioral health experience (experience with
vulnerable populations strongly preferred)
Strong crisis intervention, assessment, and de-escalation skills
Ability to remain calm, professional, and compassionate in high-pressure situations
Willingness to travel across all NYC boroughs
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