In range for Massachusetts travel rolesMassachusetts travel postings that state pay run $1,930/week to $3,120/week, the middle half $2,160/week to $2,770/week, across 110 postings.
American Traveler is hiring a Behavioral Health RN for an inpatient psychiatric unit requiring MA RN licensure and at least one year of inpatient psych experience.
Details
Inpatient behavioral health hospital with 104 beds across five units serving adult, pediatric, and geriatric populations
2 adult units (24 beds each), 1 geriatric unit (24 beds), and 1 pediatric unit (12 beds, ages 5-17)
Patient ratios of approximately 1:8, with lower ratios on geriatric and pediatric units
Common diagnoses include schizophrenia, depression, bipolar disorder, substance use disorder, and anxiety
Uses Cerner EMR
Evening shift from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM
Every other weekend required
No on-call requirements
Floating required
Must be willing to work with both adult and pediatric patients
Requirements
Active RN license valid in Massachusetts
BLS certification required; ACLS preferred
Handle With Care (HWC) certification required
Minimum of 1 year of experience in an inpatient psychiatric setting
Graduate of an accredited BSN, ADN, or nursing diploma program
Social Security number and date of birth required for consideration
Additional Information
Provide direct and indirect patient care using the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation
Develop nursing care plans in coordination with patients, families, and interdisciplinary staff
Communicate changes in patient condition to physicians, nursing supervisors, and coworkers
Participate in discharge planning
Blue scrubs required
Must attend scheduled biweekly orientation on a Monday or Tuesday with no alternate start dates accommodated
Candidates must reside 60 miles or greater from the facility to be considered for travel pay
Cannot have worked as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the past 12 months
Cannot be employed elsewhere full-time while on assignment
Neighborhoods+Prospective residents in Holyoke generally look across distinct pockets ranging from walkable urban blocks along High Street downtown to quieter, leafy residential enclaves nestled near the Mount Tom foothills and the Highlands. Closer to the core, historic Victorians and converted spaces offer convenient access to city amenities, while outer neighborhoods lean toward traditional single-family layouts with lower density. Relocating healthcare professionals who desire suburban or college-town settings also frequently cross-shop neighboring communities like Easthampton, Northampton, and West Springfield for easy commutes back into Holyoke.
Prospective residents in Holyoke generally look across distinct pockets ranging from walkable urban blocks along High Street downtown to quieter, leafy residential enclaves nestled near the Mount Tom foothills and the Highlands. Closer to the core, historic Victorians and converted spaces offer convenient access to city amenities, while outer neighborhoods lean toward traditional single-family layouts with lower density.
Relocating healthcare professionals who desire suburban or college-town settings also frequently cross-shop neighboring communities like Easthampton, Northampton, and West Springfield for easy commutes back into Holyoke.
Getting around+Holyoke is well-positioned along Interstate 91, which serves as the primary north-south artery connecting directly to Interstate 391 and the Massachusetts Turnpike (I-90), placing Springfield roughly ten miles south. For clinical staff based at Holyoke Medical Center or traveling between Pioneer Valley health systems, highway connections are direct and regional traffic is manageable compared to eastern Massachusetts. Downtown and regional destinations generally feature straightforward vehicle parking, though daily errands and hospital shift commuting remain predominantly car-dependent despite regional transit coverage.
Holyoke is well-positioned along Interstate 91, which serves as the primary north-south artery connecting directly to Interstate 391 and the Massachusetts Turnpike (I-90), placing Springfield roughly ten miles south. For clinical staff based at Holyoke Medical Center or traveling between Pioneer Valley health systems, highway connections are direct and regional traffic is manageable compared to eastern Massachusetts.
Downtown and regional destinations generally feature straightforward vehicle parking, though daily errands and hospital shift commuting remain predominantly car-dependent despite regional transit coverage.
Outdoors+Outdoor recreation is a major draw for Holyoke residents, anchored by Mount Tom State Reservation, where multi-use trails deliver panoramic views across the Connecticut River Valley. Nearby Mount Holyoke Range State Park and Skinner State Park, featuring the historic Mount Holyoke Summit House, offer scenic hiking and mountain biking. Within the city, Ashley Reservoir provides tranquil gravel paths favored for jogging and walking, while Holyoke Heritage State Park allows visitors to stroll along the historic canal network and riverfront.
Outdoor recreation is a major draw for Holyoke residents, anchored by Mount Tom State Reservation, where multi-use trails deliver panoramic views across the Connecticut River Valley. Nearby Mount Holyoke Range State Park and Skinner State Park, featuring the historic Mount Holyoke Summit House, offer scenic hiking and mountain biking.
Within the city, Ashley Reservoir provides tranquil gravel paths favored for jogging and walking, while Holyoke Heritage State Park allows visitors to stroll along the historic canal network and riverfront.
Check the commute at your shift’s start and end, upfront housing costs, and whether moving assistance must be repaid if you leave.
Living in Holyoke
Holyoke offers relocating healthcare professionals a distinct blend of historic industrial character and direct access to Pioneer Valley landscapes. Anchored along the Connecticut River, the city was once the world’s paper capital, leaving behind a striking grid of brick mills, canals, and grand Victorian architecture. Today, clinicians at Holyoke Medical Center benefit from uncomplicated commutes via Interstate 91, which easily connects south to Springfield and north to college communities like Northampton. Off-shift hours can be spent walking the trails around Ashley Reservoir, hiking Mount Tom State Reservation, or exploring the canalwalk at Holyoke Heritage State Park. The city's cultural richness is felt through vibrant Puerto Rican dining, community gatherings at Beyond Armour Yard, and the celebrated St. Patrick’s Parade. However, relocation requires clear eyes regarding urban tradeoffs: Holyoke grapples with higher-than-average crime rates in central areas like South Holyoke, an underperforming public school system, and harsh winter snowstorms. Nurses seeking calm typically focus their home search on the Highlands and Mount Tom foothills, or settle in adjacent towns while enjoying Holyoke's authentic grit and natural setting.
