Travel Registered Nurse Adolescent Behavioral Health Inpatient Job

Location: Rochester, New York, United States
Start date: 08/03/2026
Duration: approximately 13 weeks

About the role

Travel Registered Nurse assignment in a hospital-based inpatient unit for pediatric patients (ages 5–18) with acute mental health crises. This is a temporary, 13-week contract with rotating 12-hour shifts (days, evenings, nights). Expected average of 36–48 hours per week, including weekends, holidays, and on-call as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, professional nursing care to pediatric and adolescent patients (ages 5–18) experiencing acute mental health crises on an inpatient unit
• Monitor mental status, vital signs, and medical stability; administer prescribed psychopharmacologic interventions and monitor for adverse effects
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team (psychiatry, psychology, social work, activities therapy, nursing, and ancillary staff) to meet patient goals and implement treatment plans
• Support a therapeutic milieu through activities therapy, mindfulness, wellness, and coping skills groups; participate in patient and family education as appropriate
• Maintain safety and security on the unit, de-escalate aggressive or disruptive behaviors, and follow unit protocols for restraints and crisis intervention when indicated
• Document accurately in the electronic medical record; ensure proper medication reconciliation, order verification, and timely communication with the care team
• Participate in rounds and discharge planning, coordinating with families to support transitions of care and community-based resources

Requirements

• Current New York State Registered Nurse license (required)
• Minimum 2 years of pediatric mental health/behavioral health experience (required)
• BLS certification (American Heart Association) required
• Preferred: CPI blue card; experience in a large academic medical center
• Telemetry experience is a plus
• RN degree from an accredited nursing program

Skills

• Ability to work in a high-acuity pediatric/adolescent inpatient behavioral health setting
• Willingness to rotate shifts, including weekends and holidays

Pay

Weekly pay: $1,923–$1,969 per week

Schedule

• 12-hour shifts (3x12), rotating days/evenings/nights (D/E/N)
• Coverage includes weekends, holidays, and on-call per unit need
• Expected average of 36–48 hours per week

Benefits

• Dedicated recruiter and assignment support throughout the travel assignment
• 24/7 travel support and credentialing assistance
• Onboarding and credentialing assistance to expedite start
• Access to resources and guidance for housing and relocation as applicable
• Opportunity for contract extensions based on unit needs and performance