First Connect Health is seeking a local contract nurse RN Psychiatric for a local contract nursing job in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Psychiatric
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/24/2025
- Duration: 50 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days, evenings, nights
- Employment Type: Local Contract
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
- Full time RN - Behavioral Health - Mental Health
$8,000 - $12,000 Sign-On Bonus!!
Hourly Range: $28.90 - $41.00 (based on experience)
Shift Differentials:
- 7am-3pm: Saturday & Sunday at $1.25 extra per hour
- 3pm-11pm: Monday – Thursday at $2.00 extra per hour
- 3pm-11pm: Friday – Sunday at $3.00 extra per hour
- 11pm-7am: Monday – Thursday at $4.00 extra per hour
- 11pm-7am: Friday – Sunday at $5.00 extra per hour
- Full Time 3rd shift (36 hours – 12 hour shift), and Full Time 2nd shift (32 hours – 8 hour shift)
Available Shifts:
- Youth populations
- FT Nights – 32 & 36 hours options
- FT Eve – 32 hours
- High Acuity Adult populations
- FT Day – 36 hours
- FT Eve – 32 Hours
- FT Night – 36 hours
- Older Adult population
- FT Eve – 32 Hours
- FT Night – 32 Hours
Required/Desired Qualifications:
Education, Training, and Experience:
- Licensed to practice in the state of Michigan, Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing is preferred.
- May be required to have professional knowledge of psychiatric nursing theory as required through completion of education from an accredited school of nursing.
- Satisfactory previous clinical experience.
- New grads can be considered but would prefer pysch or ED experience.
Requirements:
Specific skills, knowledge, and abilities:
- Ability to provide care/service within the scope of: Holding a conviction to express Christ’s love and compassion to recipients of services, coworkers, and surrounding communities through integrity, stewardship, empowerment, the promotion of diversity, equity, inclusion, and professional excellence.
- Ability to provide culturally inclusive care with a wide range of individuals in a diverse community setting.
- Work requires professional knowledge of psychiatric nursing theory as required through completion of education from an accredited school of nursing.
- Requires physical and emotional stamina to deal with physical, emotional, social, cultural and spiritual needs of patients.
- Ability to work in a potentially adverse environment.
- Analytical skills necessary in order to collect, analyze and interpret complex patient data, to determine importance of information collected and the ability provide this data to providers and other team members as necessary.
- The candidate may be required to have a valid Michigan driver’s license and ability access Pine Rest Transportation Vehicles for the performance of job duties.
About First Connect Health
At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.
By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.
But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:
- ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
- ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
- ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
- ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.
When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Sick pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Weekly pay
- Referral bonus