Registered Nurse - Temp $60/hr
Company: Agave Ridge Behavioral Health Hospital
Role summary
Registered Nurse - Temp $60/hr is a temporary role at Agave Ridge Behavioral Health Hospital in Mesa, Arizona, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-08-27. Experience level: 0-2. No degree required.
- Job title
- Registered Nurse - Temp $60/hr
- Company
- Agave Ridge Behavioral Health Hospital
- Location
- Mesa, Arizona, United States
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Employment type
- temporary
- Category
- Healthcare Support
- Experience level
- 0-2
- Degree required
- No
- Date posted
- 2026-08-27
If you’re looking to pick up some steady work, this temporary role at Agave Ridge offers a solid $60 hourly rate in a supportive behavioral health setting. It’s a great way to gain valuable experience in patient care without the long-term commitment, making it a perfect fit if you enjoy a fast-paced environment.
Job description
Overview
FT RN Temp Nights (12 hour shift - $60/hr) - A gave Ridge Behavioral Health
Looking to build your nursing career in a place that actually feels meaningful? Agave Ridge Behavioral Health is hiring full‑time Temp RNs for night shift. Our 100‑bed, state‑of‑the‑art facility in East Mesa supports adults experiencing anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and other acute mental health needs.
Why You'll Love This Role
Modern, beautiful facility with a calm, supportive vibe
Real impact on people who need it most
A team that values communication, collaboration, and mental‑health awareness
Space to grow your skills and build a strong clinical foundation
A mission‑driven environment where your work matters every day
This is a temporary, full-time, 13-week nursing assignment with a fixed rate of $60/hour and is not benefits-eligible. This is a direct temporary opportunity (not an agency contract), and travel stipends or travel reimbursements are not provided. Candidates must have at least one year of behavioral health experience and be available for night shifts and rotating weekends. Temporary employees may be eligible to convert to a regular full-time position if offered.
Responsibilities
REGISTERED NURSE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provide and coordinate care by assessing patients’ physical and behavioral health needs.
Develop and implement nursing care plans.
Maintain medical records and educate patients and their families about various physical and behavioral health conditions.
Provide nursing care and services within the standards and scope of nursing practice as defined within the state Nurse Practice Act regulations, policies, procedures, and protocols, as well as facility and corporate policies and procedures.
Ensure physicians’ orders are legible if taken verbally and transcribed appropriately per policy and procedure.
Ensure patients’ status is assessed on an ongoing basis and pertinent information is gathered and documented.
Notify physicians of significant changes in status such as difficulties with detox, medical emergency, change in medical status regarding response to medications, and related challenges.
Ensure that initial nursing treatment plans are completed upon admission and that all nursing treatment plans are specific to assessed needs.
Demonstrate knowledge and utilization of universal precautions in providing direct patient care.
Accurately administer medications per ordered note.
Document accurate count of controlled substance medication administration on required documents.
Complete admission and discharge processing efficiently and accurately as directed.
Exhibit therapeutic rapport with patients by maintaining professional boundaries, respecting personal space, giving patients direct attention, and maintaining rational detachment.
Provide direction or coordinate the activities of the unit as directed.
Communicate therapeutically and professionally with patients, visitors, co-workers, and others involved inpatient treatment.
Qualifications
EDUCATION/LICENSURE/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS
Must have graduated from an accredited school of nursing.
Must possess a current Registered Nurse (RN) license as required by Arizona or be eligible to practice nursing in accordance with state requirements
One year of nursing experience; previous psychiatric, mental, behavioral, or substance abuse nursing experience a plus
CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.
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