Psych ACT Team RN – Durham, NC
Start Date: 1/5/26
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (No weekends)
Hours: 40 hours/week
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Location: Durham, NC
Position Overview:
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to join a Psychiatric Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team in Durham, NC. This role involves working in a community-based setting to support individuals with serious mental illness and or detox through a multidisciplinary approach.
Compensation:
Travel Pay: $2,205/week (for candidates residing 50+ miles from Durham)
Local Pay: $45/hour
All caregivers will receive $0.62/mile for transportation between patients
Extension Potential:
High likelihood of contract extension based on performance and team needs.
Preferred Experience:
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing
Substance Abuse and Detox Care
Home Health Nursing
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a community setting
Strong communication and organizational skills
Requirements:
Active RN license in North Carolina (or compact state)
Reliable transportation for community visits
Commitment to patient-centered care
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
- Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) savings plan
- Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.