RN - Psych

Registered Nurse - Pediatric Psych

Job Type: Travel

Profession: Registered Nurse

Specialty: Psychiatric Unit - Pediatric

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: 2:00 PM - 11:30 PM

Hours per Shift: 36

Experience: Minimum of 1 year of Behavioral Health nursing required

License: State License required

Certifications: BLS, MOAB obtained on site

Must-Have:

• De-escalation experience
• Experience with physical restraints
• Comfortability to run groups
• Medication passes and documentation experience

Description:

Start date needed for 9/28. Interviews conducted, followed by management approval. Must be willing to float between pediatric and adult units as needed. Pediatric patients are ages 5-18 years old, while adult patients are 18 and older. Patients receive care in a free-standing acute inpatient facility. All patients come from an emergency department and are medically cleared. Involuntary and voluntary admissions are accepted. Common pediatric diagnoses include eating disorders, depression, suicidal ideation, anxiety, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, and gender dysphoria. Common adult diagnoses include schizophrenia, major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, and may include eating disorders, suicidal ideation, and anxiety. No forensic patients or inmates are present in the facility. Seclusion rooms are used when necessary. Occasionally, will see patients with substance use disorder or those detoxing, but they must be medically cleared. Traditional medical and psychiatric care is provided along with specialized therapies such as pet therapy, group sessions, and community gardens. Patient ratios are 1 RN to 5-6 patients during the day shift and 1 RN to 13 patients during the night shift with additional support. Pediatric staffing includes 6 Psych Techs during the day and 2 at night. Adult staffing includes 2 Psych Techs during the day and 2 at night. A Charge Nurse may be assigned on the unit but this is not required. Management is open and encourages travelers to bring up any issues to work through them collaboratively. Charting system used is Cerner with Pyxis for medications. Travelers may float between all units for both adults and pediatrics. Work schedule includes a weekend rotation approximately every other week. No call required. Holiday work is expected as part of the rotation. Scrub color must be any solid and professional. During winter, heavy snow conditions may be expected. In cases of patient escalation, a code leader will assign roles while de-escalating. Travelers may function as code leaders if needed. Debriefing forms must be completed after any escalation situation. Management provides support during code situations and MOAB will be reviewed onsite. Scenario-based training is available every other week, and travelers should communicate if they require additional practice with de-escalation techniques. MOAB educator/trainer will be onsite.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Free and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)
• 24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison support
• Personalized career consultant and "single point of contact" service
• Industry‑leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonuses
• Free tax return assistance for travelers
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities

Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Health reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.

About Cynet Health: Cynet Health is a Joint Commission-accredited, Minority-Owned healthcare staffing agency headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, proudly serving healthcare facilities across the United States since its founding in 2010. As one of the nation's largest and fastest‑growing healthcare staffing firms in the nation, we staff thousands of nursing, allied health, locum tenens, pharmacy, therapy, direct‑hire, and non‑clinical professionals across hospitals, clinics, long‑term care facilities, labs and more. We're one of the most decorated staffing agencies in America-ranked a Top Travel Nursing Company by BluePipes, recognized among the fastest‑growing and most diverse staffing firms by Inc. 5000, Staffing Industry, WBJ and USPAACC-and remain deeply committed to excellence, inclusion, and community impact.