RN - Psych

Travel Registered Nurse - Pediatric Behavioral Health

Job Title:

Registered Nurse

Profession:
Nursing

Specialty:
Pediatric Behavioral Health

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Night 3x12-Hour;
Day 3x12-Hour

Hours per Shift: 12 hours

Experience:

Minimum of 1 year required

License:
Current and valid Nursing license

Certifications:

BLS for the Healthcare Provider, Prevention and Management of Assaultive Behavior (PMAB)

Must-Have:
Must have a vehicle for this assignment. Must have experience in child and adolescent psychiatric settings.

Description:

The position will float between units based on unit needs. No on-call requirements. Weekends are required, specifically every other weekend. Block scheduling is not required. Expected patient ratios are 1:5 and 1:10 on nights. The unit provides care for pediatric and adolescent patients experiencing acute psychiatric crises. Patients typically range in age from 6-17 years old. Adolescents are often admitted for acute suicidal ideation or attempt.

Staffing will include interdisciplinary support. The unit has a total of 20 beds. There is a focus on psychotic disorders, anxiety disorders, and trauma-related disorders. Staff will utilize specific protocols and procedures to ensure patient safety. Floating to other facilities may be required based on staffing needs. It is common for travelers to float to other units based on their skill sets.

All hours worked while floating may come with additional incentives. Candidates should be prepared for transport protocols using specialized equipment. This role requires a commitment to working 3 of the 5 major holidays. Requests for time off must be made upfront and will not be considered post-submission.

We offer competitive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Free and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)
• 24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison support
• Personalized career consultant and "single point of contact" service
• Industry‑leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonuses
• Free tax return assistance for travelers
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities

Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Health reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.

About Cynet Health: Cynet Health is a Joint Commission-accredited, Minority-Owned healthcare staffing agency headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, proudly serving healthcare facilities across the United States since its founding in 2010. As one of the nation's largest and fastest‑growing healthcare staffing firms in the nation, we staff thousands of nursing, allied health, locum tenens, pharmacy, therapy, direct‑hire, and non‑clinical professionals across hospitals, clinics, long‑term care facilities, labs and more.

We're one of the most decorated staffing agencies in America-ranked a Top Travel Nursing Company by Blue Pipes, recognized among the fastest‑growing and most diverse staffing firms by Inc. 5000, Staffing Industry, WBJ and USPAACC-and remain deeply committed to excellence, inclusion, and community impact.

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