Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health (Day Shift) in Reno, NV

Reno, Nevada Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (RN) – Day Shift Contract Behavioral Health | 12-Hour Days | Flexible Weekly Hours Rhino Medical is seeking experienced Behavioral Health Registered Nurses (RNs) for a new high-paying contract opportunity in Reno, Nevada. This role is ideal for psychiatric RNs who thrive in an acute inpatient behavioral health setting and want consistent day shifts with flexible weekly hours. Opportunity Snapshot: • Location: Reno, NV • Position: Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (RN) • Contract Type: Travel / Contract • Start Date: ASAP • Shift: Days | 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM • Weekly Hours: 12–36 hours per week • Facility Type: Acute care regional medical center with dedicated Behavioral Health Unit Behavioral Health Practice Environment This is an acute inpatient psychiatric setting focused on stabilization, crisis intervention, and therapeutic care for adults with behavioral health needs. Nurses work collaboratively with psychiatrists, social workers, therapists, and support staff to deliver evidence-based care in a supportive, patient-centered environment. Key Responsibilities Include: • Conduct thorough mental health assessments and ongoing patient evaluations • Implement individualized nursing care plans based on assessment findings • Monitor patient behavior and clinical status, intervening as appropriate • Administer psychotropic medications per physician orders and monitor effects • Respond to behavioral escalations and crisis situations, using best practices in de-escalation • Engage patients in therapeutic communication and education regarding treatment • Maintain accurate documentation of patient care and progress in EMR • Support interdisciplinary care planning and continuity across treatment team Candidate Requirements: Required: • Active, unrestricted Nevada RN license • 1–2+ years recent behavioral health/psychiatric RN experience preferred • Current BLS certification required • MMR & Varicella immunizations required Skills & Abilities: • Strong crisis intervention and therapeutic communication skills • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced behavioral health unit • Comfortable functioning independently and collaboratively within care teams • Physically able to stand, walk, and manage clinical duties during 12-hour shifts • Willingness to work weekends and holidays as needed Why This Assignment? • Consistent day shift coverage within an acute psychiatric inpatient unit • Exposure to a range of behavioral health conditions and evidence-based treatment modalities • Collaborative interdisciplinary team and supportive work environment • Immediate start available Why Work With Rhino Medical Rhino Medical delivers a clinician-first experience with: • Competitive weekly compensation • Dedicated recruiter and credentialing support • Streamlined onboarding and compliance process • Access to additional behavioral, mental health, and specialty RN contracts nationwide Apply today to secure this Reno, NV Behavioral Health RN contract — opportunities like this move quickly.