Travel Registered Nurse Adolescent Behavioral Health Inpatient Job

Registered Nurse – Adolescent Behavioral Health Inpatient

Danvers, MA, United States | Travel - Temporary Assignment

Start date: 11/23/2026 | Assignment duration: 13 weeks

Weekly pay: $2,317–$2,523 per week

Guaranteed hours: 72 biweekly

Shift: 8-hour day shifts; weekend day coverage as needed (two 7-hour shifts on Saturday and Sunday)

Setting: inpatient adolescent behavioral health unit within a community mental health program (clinical stabilization unit)

This role is a travel assignment supported by Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $2,317–$2,523 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 72 biweekly
• Contract duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 8-hour day shifts; weekend coverage includes two 7-hour shifts on Saturday/Sunday
• Start date: 11/23/2026
• Setting: inpatient adolescent behavioral health unit in a community behavioral health program
• Certifications: BLS (AHA) required; CPI required or obtainable during onboarding
• Licensure: Massachusetts RN license required at submission
• Experience: 2+ years in adolescent behavioral health and/or addiction/recovery settings
• Travel assignment with local placement options available

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care for adolescent inpatients on an inpatient behavioral health unit, with emphasis on stabilization and safety.
• Conduct accurate mental status assessments, monitor symptom progression, and identify risks; implement de-escalation and crisis intervention per CPI guidelines.
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor for therapeutic effects and adverse reactions.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team (psychiatry, social work, addiction/recovery staff) to develop, implement, and adjust individualized care plans and treatment goals.
• Document assessments, interventions, and patient progress in medical records; participate in care planning and discharge planning.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for adolescents; respond to emergencies and ensure adherence to safety protocols.
• Support addiction/recovery-focused care as part of the behavioral health program; coordinate with treatment teams as needed.
• Ensure compliance with licensing, regulations, and facility policies; maintain BLS certification and CPI competencies.

Requirements

• Active Massachusetts RN license (in good standing) at time of submission
• BLS (American Heart Association) certification
• CPI certification or ability to obtain during onboarding
• 2+ years of adolescent behavioral health and/or addiction/recovery experience
• Education: Nursing degree from an accredited program; eligible for Massachusetts licensure
• Ability to work in an inpatient behavioral health setting; reliable transportation
• Willingness to work day shifts and weekend coverage as required per assignment

Benefits and Support

• 24/7 recruiter and travel support
• Dedicated assignment support throughout the engagement
• Credentialing, onboarding, and licensure assistance
• Nationwide travel assignments and potential extension opportunities

PAY DISCLAIMER RULE Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.