<p>A psychiatric nursing opportunity is available in Byron, Michigan at a dedicated psych facility — a 13-week travel or local contract filling night-shift coverage on a unit that requires a clinician comfortable floating across all psychiatric units. The travel package combines an hourly rate with a substantial non-taxed stipend, making this a strong earning assignment for an experienced psych RN ready to step in immediately.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Travel pay rate: $30/hour plus $1,000 non-taxed weekly stipend and $250 mobilization allowance</li> <li>Local pay rate: $52/hour</li> <li>Weekly direct deposit</li> <li>Travel and housing stipends; access to an extensive housing network with corporate discounts</li> <li>Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, and ancillary benefits</li> <li>Referral bonuses and a rewards and recognition program</li> <li>Dedicated licensing and compliance support team</li> <li>24/7 clinical and administrative support throughout the assignment</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Dedicated psychiatric facility in Byron, MI — specialty-focused environment with a defined psych patient population</li> <li>13-week contract with an immediate start date</li> <li>Night shift: 12-hour shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM</li> <li>Float requirement across all units within the facility — broad psych exposure across the assignment</li> <li>Paper charting environment — candidates must be comfortable with non-electronic documentation workflows</li> <li>Handle With Care (HWC) de-escalation training offered on-site at the facility</li> <li>Criminal background check required as a condition of employment per Michigan state law</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Active RN license with eligibility to practice in Michigan</li> <li>Minimum 1–2 years of recent, hands-on psychiatric nursing experience required</li> <li>Demonstrated comfort with paper charting documentation</li> <li>Willingness and ability to float to all units within the psychiatric facility</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Byron is a small community in Shiawassee County in mid-Michigan, situated between Lansing and Flint — offering easy access to both cities while maintaining a quieter, small-town pace. The region features affordable cost of living, access to Michigan's extensive lake and trail recreation, and a strong sense of community that appeals to clinicians looking for a low-key base during a travel assignment. Mid-Michigan's four-season climate and proximity to major metro amenities make it a practical and pleasant destination for a 13-week contract.</p>