Travel Nurse RN - Pediatric Behavioral Health - $1,900 per week

Job Summary

The position involves providing mental health services to pediatric patients within a short-term acute care setting, serving a diverse age range from children to adolescents. The role requires adaptability to float between units and provide comprehensive psychiatric care aligned with established clinical protocols.

Job Details

• Schedule: Rotating shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.

Required Qualifications

• Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
• 0 years of experience
• valid license or pending license verification
• experience working with pediatric and adolescent patient populations
• familiarity with electronic charting systems (Epic preferred)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in pediatric mental health settings
• Prior experience in hospital or community hospital environments
• knowledge of pediatric psychiatric diagnoses such as anxiety, bipolar disorder, depressive disorders, psychotic disorders, and substance use

Additional Information

• Candidates must have their own vehicle for travel between assigned facilities
• The position involves float responsibilities, including possible work at multiple sites based on operational needs
• Candidates will be expected to work day and evening rotations, with available on-call and weekend coverage as specified
• Candidates must be prepared to work in a team environment supported by interdisciplinary staff, including social services, pharmacy, and unit secretaries
• Certification of Prevention and Management of Assaultive Behavior (PMAB) is required
• Flexibility in schedule and willingness to work on designated holidays is mandatory
• Proper documentation of previous work experience at pediatric psychiatric units is required during the application process

Benefits

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Pay Package

The pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with a tax-free stipend amount to be determined.