Travel RN - Pediatrics

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$2,254/wk

Travel RN
- Pediatrics

Bangor, Maine

Posted 2+ weeks ago

Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs

Hours:

36 hrs/wk

Start Date:

Sep 28, 2026

Length: 13 weeks

Openings: 1

Actual start date is typically 3-4 weeks from time the offer is received. Start dates are determined based on facility needs and credentialing requirements.

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Nurse
- Pediatric Psych with a Maine or compact RN license and at least one year of Behavioral Health experience for a night‑shift role requiring flexibility to float between pediatric and adult units.

• Work in a free‑standing acute inpatient psychiatric facility with a contracted ER five minutes away
• Pediatric Psychiatric Unit caring for patients ages 5‑18 with occasional floating to the Adult unit (ages 18+)
• Common diagnoses include eating disorders, depression, suicidal ideation, anxiety, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, op positional defiant disorder, and gender dysphoria
• Unit also treats involuntary and voluntary admissions, with occasional medically cleared substance use or detox patients on CIWA protocol
• RN patient ratios are 1:5‑6 during the day and 1:13 at night with resource support
• Shift is 7P‑7A, 12‑hour nights, totaling 48 hours per week
• Weekend rotation required every other Saturday/Sunday
• No on‑call requirements, though overtime is available
• Uses Cerner for charting and Pyxis for medication dispensing
• Floating required between all six units within the facility, including Peds and Adults

• Active RN license (Maine or Compact) required
• Current BLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of Behavioral Health nursing experience required
• Pediatric Behavioral Health experience preferred
• Experience with de‑escalation techniques and physical restraints required
• Comfortable administering medication passes and leading group therapy sessions
• MOAB certification provided on‑site during orientation

• Provide psychiatric and medical care alongside specialized therapies such as pet therapy, group sessions, and community gardening
• Support team includes DON/CNO, Nurse Manager, House Administrator, Charge Nurse, Psych Techs, Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatrist, Occupational Therapist, and on‑site security
• Opportunity to serve as Charge Nurse or Code Leader during patient escalations, though not required
• Orientation includes one week of day shifts followed by a second week on the contracted shift
• Scenario‑based de‑escalation training offered every other week with an on‑site MOAB Educator
• Modified self‑scheduling process with manager oversight to ensure shift coverage
• Expected to work holidays as part of the rotation
• Scrubs must be a solid, professional color
• Free on‑site parking available
• Heavy snow conditions expected during winter months
• First‑time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates must not have prior permanent employment history with any Northern Light Health hospital
• Permanent residence must be located 100+ miles south/southwest of the facility for consideration

These details are based on information provided by the facility and may include inaccuracies or be subject to updates. Please verify all details with your recruiter.

Overview

$2,254/wk

Assignment Total (13 Weeks)

$29,302

Annual Equivalent (52 Weeks)

$117,208

Weekly Breakdown

Weekly Wages

$1,008/wk

Regular Hours

$28.00 x 36 hours/wk = $1,008

Weekly Stipends

$1,246/wk

Lodging

$110.00 x 7 days = $770

Meals & Incidentals

$68.00 x 7 days = $476

$2,254/wk

In compliance with state pay transparency laws, we disclose that the estimated weekly pay range for this role is $2,029 - $2,254. The $2,254 weekly pay listed in this posting, along with related figures, corresponds to the higher end of this range.

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Job : P-749294