Travel Nurse RN - Pediatric Behavioral Health - $2,980 per week
Specialty: Pediatric Behavioral Health • Discipline: RN • Start Date: 09/14/2026 • Duration: 13 weeks
About the role
Pediatric Psychology is seeking a qualified healthcare professional for a temporary assignment in a pediatric behavioral health inpatient facility. The role involves supporting pediatric patients aged 5 to 18 with various mental health diagnoses, including eating disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, and suicidal ideation. Responsibilities include providing traditional medical and psychiatric care, facilitating therapy sessions, and supporting a multidisciplinary team in a secure environment.
Schedule
- Nights shift, 12 hours per shift
- Minimum 48 hours per week
- Assignment dates: 09/14/2026 through 12/12/2026
- Holiday rotations and self-scheduling shifts
- Float rotation may be required between pediatric and adult units
Responsibilities
- Provide traditional medical and psychiatric care to pediatric patients
- Facilitate therapy sessions
- Support a multidisciplinary team in a secure environment
- Perform de-escalation, physical restraints, medication passes, group facilitation, and documentation
Requirements
- Valid state RN license
- BLS certification
- Minimum of 1 year of pediatric behavioral health nursing experience
- Experience with de-escalation, physical restraints, medication passes, group facilitation, and documentation
Preferred Qualifications
- Pediatric behavioral health experience preferred
- Pediatric psychiatric experience considered a plus
Additional Information
- The unit supports a mix of pediatric and adult patients, including involuntary and voluntary admissions
- Patient ratios: approximately 1:5-6 for registered nurses and 2-6 for psych techs depending on the shift
- Orientation includes one week of facility and unit training
- Work environment is secure, with trained staff responding to escalations
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
About Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.