RN - Psych

Registered Nurse (RN) in Behavioral Health

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) Profession: Nursing Specialty: Behavioral Health Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Nights Hours per Shift: 8 hours Experience: Minimum 15 months of experience in Psychiatric/Behavioral Health capacity required. License: Active Iowa license or compact/multistate license required. Certifications: BLS (AHA) required. De-escalation certificate (MOAB, CPI) highly preferred, can be obtained during onboarding. Must-Have: - 24 months of current Psychiatric/Behavioral Health experience required. - Skills checklist must be specific to the discipline listed on the job (Psych/Behavioral Health) required. - Professional reference from a charge nurse, supervisor, or nurse manager/director within the last 24 months preferred.

Description: Registered Nurse will be responsible for providing care to acutely psychiatric patients. The patient population includes adults, adolescents, and geriatrics. Candidates must have recent inpatient experience and experience across all age groups. The nurse will float across various units as required. Flexibility to work 1-2 of 3 upcoming winter holidays is required unless the unit is closed. Experience with equipment competency, including restraints, is expected. Candidates should have a de-escalation certification or be willing to obtain one during onboarding. Solid navy blue scrubs are required for the position. This position entails responsibilities for managing chronic behaviors that can include violence, aggression, mania, and self-harm in patients.

We offer competitive benefits, including:

• 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.

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