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Psychiatric Travel Nursing Jobs in Athens for RNs

Find Top RN Psychiatric Travel Nursing Jobs in Athens, Tennessee

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top Psych travel nurse jobs in and around Athens, Tennessee. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. We make it easy for you to compare Athens’s Psych nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

Athens is a great location for Psych travel nurses to come live, work and play! And what is a travel nurse looking for if not a great work/life balance in a fun city? Search for jobs below or apply now and our AMN Healthcare team will help get you started!

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Search Top Paying Psychiatric Jobs in or near Athens

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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
    Distance from Athens: 115 miles
  • 12 N,
  • February 10, 2025
  • 13
$1,490 to $1,642
Weekly Pay*
Behavioral Health (psych) RN needed for Adult unit at 700+ bed Level 2 Trauma center. Known for its thriving arts community and natural beauty, the city of Asheville is located in western North Carolina along the Blue Mountains
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
    Distance from Athens: 115 miles
  • 12 D,
  • February 17, 2025
  • 13
$1,490 to $1,642
Weekly Pay*
Behavioral Health (psych) RN needed for Adult unit at 700+ bed Level 2 Trauma center. Known for its thriving arts community and natural beauty, the city of Asheville is located in western North Carolina along the Blue Mountains
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
    Distance from Athens: 115 miles
  • 12 N,
  • February 4, 2025
  • 13
$1,490 to $1,642
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Behavioral Health unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
    Distance from Athens: 115 miles
  • 12 N,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 13
$1,490 to $1,642
Weekly Pay*
Behavioral Health (psych) RN needed for Adult unit at 700+ bed Level 2 Trauma center. Known for its thriving arts community and natural beauty, the city of Asheville is located in western North Carolina along the Blue Mountains
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Milledgeville, Georgia – 31062
    Distance from Athens: 181 miles
  • 8 N,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 10
$1,657 to $1,826
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Hickory, North Carolina – 28601
    Distance from Athens: 184 miles
  • 12 N,
  • February 10, 2025
  • 13
$1,445 to $1,593
Weekly Pay*
Frye Regional Medical Center includes a 355-bed acute care hospital, home to the Frye Regional Brain Center, Heart Center, Cancer Center, Emergency Services, General and Vascular Surgery, Orthopedics, Surgical Weight Loss, Women’s Birthing Center and Inpatient Rehabilitation.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Hickory, North Carolina – 28601
    Distance from Athens: 184 miles
  • 12 N,
  • February 10, 2025
  • 13
$1,445 to $1,593
Weekly Pay*
Frye Regional Medical Center includes a 355-bed acute care hospital, home to the Frye Regional Brain Center, Heart Center, Cancer Center, Emergency Services, General and Vascular Surgery, Orthopedics, Surgical Weight Loss, Women’s Birthing Center and Inpatient Rehabilitation.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Hickory, North Carolina – 28601
    Distance from Athens: 184 miles
  • 12 N,
  • February 17, 2025
  • 13
$1,445 to $1,593
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right person to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40205
    Distance from Athens: 205 miles
  • 12 N,
  • February 17, 2025
  • 13
$1,525 to $1,681
Weekly Pay*
Child / Adolescent unit at 260 bed behavioral health facility, one of the largest psychiatric facilities in the nation providing care for children, adolescents and adults. Louisville, Kentucky’s largest city, sits on the Ohio River along the Indiana border. Every May, its race course Churchill Downs hosts the Kentucky Derby. Baseball is celebrated at the Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory, where Major League bats are produced. With a booming bourbon renaissance, iconic attractions, and a renowned culinary scene, Louisville is an experience like no other city.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40215
    Distance from Athens: 205 miles
  • 12 N,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 13
$1,525 to $1,681
Weekly Pay*
Behavioral Health (psych) RN needed for 300 bed community hospital. Will float between inpatient medical detox and inpatient medical psych units
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Salem, Virginia – 24153
    Distance from Athens: 283 miles
  • 12 N,
  • February 10, 2025
  • 13
$1,596 to $1,759
Weekly Pay*
RN needed for Adolescent Behavioural Health unit. Will be assigned Adult patients as needed per behavioral health dept census. 500 bed teaching facility that serves as a regional referral center for comprehensive medical services. Salem is a city of 25k, the Roanoke County seat, and an integral part of Virginia’s Blue Ridge region. The city features a charming downtown combining historical elements, a delicious food & drink scene, and rich arts & cultural amenities.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Anna, Illinois – 62906
    Distance from Athens: 294 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 21, 2025
  • 13
$2,555 to $3,341
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Savannah, Georgia – 31406
    Distance from Athens: 307 miles
  • 12 N,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 8
$1,557 to $1,716
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right person to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Savannah, Georgia – 31406
    Distance from Athens: 307 miles
  • 12 D,
  • January 27, 2025
  • 13
$1,557 to $1,716
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right person to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Lynchburg, Virginia – 24503
    Distance from Athens: 332 miles
  • 12 N,
  • February 10, 2025
  • 12
$1,689 to $1,861
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania – 15213
    Distance from Athens: 426 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • January 27, 2025
  • 13
$1,477 to $1,628
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Facility is looking for the right Psych RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Ahoskie, North Carolina – 27910
    Distance from Athens: 430 miles
  • 12 D,
  • February 10, 2025
  • 13
$1,339 to $1,476
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Facility is looking for the right Psych RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Peoria, Illinois – 61636
    Distance from Athens: 453 miles
  • 12 D,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 12
$2,075 to $2,287
Weekly Pay*
Magnet Recognized! In 2024, Carle Health Methodist Hospital achieved its fifth Magnet designation.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Peoria, Illinois – 61636
    Distance from Athens: 453 miles
  • 12 N,
  • February 4, 2025
  • 12
$2,040 to $2,248
Weekly Pay*
Magnet Recognized! In 2024,Carle Health Methodist Hospital achieved its fifth Magnet designation
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Indiana, Pennsylvania – 15701
    Distance from Athens: 464 miles
  • 12 D, 12 N,
  • February 24, 2025
  • 13
$1,669 to $1,840
Weekly Pay*
The RN/GN assesses, plans, implements, reassesses, and records patient care in accordance with the interdisciplinary treatment plan. Must possess a thorough knowledge of age-specific needs, care of mentally ill persons, Chapter 5100 of the M. H. Procedures Act, CSM and JCAHO standards, voluntary, involuntary, patient rights and confidentiality. He/she must be proficient in therapeutic 1:1’s, leading or co-leading therapeutic groups/activities and providing patient/family teaching. As an active member of the interdisciplinary treatment team where the RN/GN is expected to work collaboratively with physicians and other disciplines to develop, implement and revise each patient’s interdisciplinary treatment and discharge plan. The RN/GN directs and assists all other disciplines and provides leadership to ensure professional nursing standards are maintained. Must possess the ability to function as the charge nurse as assigned
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Indiana, Pennsylvania – 15701
    Distance from Athens: 464 miles
  • 12 D, 12 N,
  • February 24, 2025
  • 13
$1,669 to $1,840
Weekly Pay*
The RN/GN assesses, plans, implements, reassesses, and records patient care in accordance with the interdisciplinary treatment plan. Must possess a thorough knowledge of age-specific needs, care of mentally ill persons, Chapter 5100 of the M. H. Procedures Act, CSM and JCAHO standards, voluntary, involuntary, patient rights and confidentiality. He/she must be proficient in therapeutic 1:1’s, leading or co-leading therapeutic groups/activities and providing patient/family teaching. As an active member of the interdisciplinary treatment team where the RN/GN is expected to work collaboratively with physicians and other disciplines to develop, implement and revise each patient’s interdisciplinary treatment and discharge plan. The RN/GN directs and assists all other disciplines and provides leadership to ensure professional nursing standards are maintained. Must possess the ability to function as the charge nurse as assigned
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Falls Church, Virginia – 22044
    Distance from Athens: 473 miles
  • 12 N,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 13
$1,798 to $1,982
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right individual to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. 115 bed psychiatric hospital
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Portsmouth, Virginia – 23707
    Distance from Athens: 473 miles
  • 12 D,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 13
$1,719 to $1,895
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Battle Creek, Michigan – 49015
    Distance from Athens: 476 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • January 27, 2025
  • 13
$1,559 to $1,718
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Behavioral Health unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Statistics on Psych RN Jobs in Athens, Tennessee

Here are some helpful statistics about Psych traveling nurse jobs in & near Athens. The data is based on the last three complete months of Psych job postings in the Athens and nearby areas. It is updated regularly, so you can find the most recent Psychiatric job salary trends, the types of shifts, and contract durations most commonly available in Athens and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries.

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FAQs About Travel Psych Nursing Jobs for RNs in Athens, TN

What types of shifts are most common for Psych travel jobs in Athens?

Based on the last 6 months of travel nurse jobs data, 12 Hour Night shifts were the most common in Athens and surrounding areas.

How much does a night shift Psychiatric nurse make on average in Athens and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Psychiatric nurse in Athens can make an average of $1,617 per week based on recent job availability data.

What hospitals and healthcare facilities have Psychiatric staff in or near Athens?

  • Tennessee Interventional and Imaging Associates in Chattanooga (47.7 miles from Athens)
  • Knoxville Comprehensive Breast Center in Knoxville (47.4 miles from Athens)
  • Turkey Creek Medical Center in Knoxville (40.3 miles from Athens)
  • Sweetwater Hospital Association in Sweetwater (13.1 miles from Athens)
  • Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center in Knoxville (51.2 miles from Athens)

What is the most common contract for Psychiatric travel jobs in Athens?

Based on recent data, the most common duration for a Psychiatric job in Athens is 13.

Locating Psychiatric Travel Nursing Jobs in Athens

In Athens, facilities like Tennessee Interventional and Imaging Associates, Knoxville Comprehensive Breast Center and Turkey Creek Medical Center, all offer Psych departments. It’s a great city to work in and nearby to neighborhoods like Hampton Heights (zip code 37405), Fairhills (zip code 37405) and Foxwood Heights (zip code 37406) neighborhoods.

Other popular cities near Athens’s Psych job opportunities are Sweetwater (13.2 miles), Cleveland (25.3 miles) and Lenoir City (31 miles). These are near to zip codes: 37303 (0.8 miles), 37874 (13.1 miles) and 37343 (42.6 miles).

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Athens Hospitals With Psych Departments

There are 1 hospitals & healthcare facilities that have Psych nurses in Athens. Sometimes it is useful to see what types of shifts, contract durations, and travel nurse housing in nearby neighborhoods each facility might offer in order to find the right opportunity for your next traveling Psych nurse position in or nearby Athens.

Starr Regional Medical Center – Athens
Shifts
12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13, 10, and 7
Departments
Emergency Room Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Postpartum Psychiatric
Address
1114 W Madison Avenue
Athens, TN 37303
Nearby Neighborhoods
Westwood Heights (37371), Avalon Heights (37371), Forrest Hills (37303), Ridgeway (37371), Bryson (37303)
* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.