Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric - $2,000 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Psychiatric
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, evenings
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Psychiatric Unit Specialist in Norwich, Connecticut. This position involves providing mental health services within a psychiatric unit, supporting patient care and safety. The role is based on evening shifts, with a schedule requiring eight-hour shifts for a minimum of forty hours per week.

Job Details:

• Shift Schedule: Evenings, 8:00 pm 4:00 am, with 40 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid certifications in psychiatric or behavioral health care, relevant educational background, location must be in the state of Connecticut, and any candidate with at least one year of experience in behavioral health is preferred
• Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience in behavioral health settings and familiarity with electronic health records systems
• Additional Information: No float rotation may be required. Responsibilities include supporting clinical assessments, patient care, and psychiatric safety protocols, following hospital standards and procedures.

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 #1294108. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 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