Travel Psychiatric Unit RN - $1,605 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric for a travel nursing job in Norfolk, Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Psychiatric
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/15/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Pediatric Behavioral Health located in Norfolk, Virginia. This position involves providing patient care for pediatric and adolescent populations (ages 5-21) with conditions such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, and behavioral crises. The RN will work in an outpatient setting with a family-focused approach within a fast-paced behavioral health environment. Candidates are required to bring their nursing license on the first day.

Job Details:

• Location: Norfolk, VA
• Shift: Night (12N) with a schedule of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license; no minimum years of experience specified; experience in pediatrics and/or psychiatric care preferred; strong de-escalation skills; EMR experience with Epic required.
• Preferred Qualifications: Pediatric and/or psych experience.
• Schedule: Night shift, 12 hours per shift, a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Float: Float rotation is not required.
• Additional Information: The position involves assessments, triage, medication support, crisis intervention, and patient/family education. It is part of a multidisciplinary team providing family-focused care in a fast-paced outpatient behavioral health setting.

Benefits:
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• 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

Cross Country Job ID #1266202. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Psychiatric Unit

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.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus