Travel Nurse RN - Psych - in Seattle, WA
Listed on 2026-10-11
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Nursing
Mental Health Nurse, RN Nurse, Psychiatric Care & Support, Pediatric Nurse
Registered Nurse (RN) | Psych
Location: Seattle, WA
Agency: All Medical Personnel
Pay: $2,588 to $2,875 per week
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP
Travel Nurse Source is working with All Medical Personnel to find a qualified Psych RN in Seattle, Washington, 98110!
RN - Psych & Mental Health
Location: Seattle, WA | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type: Contract | Night Shift | 4x12-hour shifts (19:00–07:30); 3x12 schedule may be available | Every other weekend required
Key Responsibilities:
Provide direct nursing care to pediatric patients (ages 4–17) in an acute psychiatric crisis unit, managing diagnoses including depression, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, psychosis, eating disorders, suicidal ideation, and self-injurious behaviors. Utilize a primary model of care with a typical assignment of 1:6; may be assigned 1:1 coverage or milieu support roles such as safety checks, resource RN, or low-stimulation patient support.
Apply least restrictive methodologies to manage disruptive behaviors, with prevention and de-escalation as priorities; initiate and perform physical holds, mechanical restraint, and seclusion when safety criteria are met.
Address chronic medical comorbidities and nursing needs including diabetes, epilepsy, refeeding, cast care, and wound care as applicable.
Collaborate with Pediatric Mental Health Specialists who provide supervision and milieu programming on the unit.
Document patient care accurately using EPIC electronic health records.
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2 years of pediatric psychiatric nursing experience required
- Active Washington State RN license (temporary or permanent) or a valid Compact RN license required by start date; candidates willing to apply upon offer are accepted
- BLS certification required
- PALS certification required
- Strong therapeutic communication skills; must be comfortable working with children
Preferred Experience / Skills:
- Experience with de-escalation techniques and least restrictive behavioral intervention strategies in a pediatric or behavioral health setting
- Familiarity with EPIC electronic health records
- Background in pediatric nursing with limited behavioral health exposure, or behavioral health nursing with limited pediatric exposure, may be considered
Why Join Us:
Opportunity to work at a Magnet-designated, teaching facility with Level I Trauma designation, serving a specialized and impactful pediatric psychiatric population.
Expected weekly hours provide consistent scheduling in a structured, mission-driven clinical environment.
Benefits
• Day 1 health benefits (medical/dental/vision)
• Weekly pay
• Direct deposit
• $1,500 referral bonus program
About Us
All Medical Personnel is a leading national temporary employment agency for healthcare workforce solutions in the United States. Established in 1990, our staffing business lines place locum tenens, travel nursing, allied health, and clinical laboratory professionals on temporary and temp to hire assignments from coast to coast. Explore our current opportunities and sign up for job alerts:
All Medical Personnel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Florida Background Screening Requirement:
Certain Florida assignments require a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse before placement. Learn more about the screening process and requirements at:
About All Medical Personnel
All Medical Personnel streamlines hiring to get you back to the work you love. Established in 1990, our staffing business lines place locum tenens, travel nursing, travel therapy, allied health, and clinical laboratory professionals from coast-to-coast. We believe in focusing and uplifting the hiring process, with a deep understanding of the unique challenges you face. We are here to ensure each experience with us is simplified, elevated, and impactful, for you and your patient.
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