Travel Behavioral Health RN - $1,950 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Behavioral Health for a travel nursing job in Ottumwa, Iowa.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Behavioral Health
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/13/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (RN) Ottumwa, Iowa. The role provides nursing care in a Behavioral Health unit supporting adult patients with a range of mental health needs. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day.

Job Details

• Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Registered Nurse (RN) licensure; ADN or BSN; Behavioral Health unit (BHU) and Psychiatric (Psych) experience (2+ years required); Mandatory reporter certification (Child and Adult). Background checks must be fully cleared prior to start, with criminal and child abuse portions required to clear; drug testing must include a 10-panel screening including opiates; immunization titers must be within the last 12 months (MMR, Hep B, Varicella, TB). Experience requirements must be met as stated in the job posting.
• Preferred Qualifications: None specified.
• Additional Information: The unit serves adults (1865) and may include patients with anxiety, depression, manic disorders, borderline personality disorder, and suicidal ideation. Weekly orientations are part of onboarding. Starts may be available on Monday or Tuesday.

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 #1270663. 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 / Behavioral Health

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