Travel RN - Psychiatric
American Traveler
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Job summary
American Traveler is hiring a Psychiatric RN for a 13-week acute inpatient assignment requiring 2+ years of acute/inpatient psych experience and a ND or compact RN license.
Position includes 12-hour shifts (7a-7p, 7p-7a, 7a-3p, 3p-11p, 11p-7a) with self-scheduling, no on-call, and 50+ miles residence requirement; opportunities to work with adolescent and adult populations using EPIC EMR.
Qualifications
- Active ND state or compact RN license required.
- 2+ years of acute/inpatient or state hospital experience.
- Strong de-escalation and communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Provide care in an acute psychiatric unit with 12-hour shifts.
- Self-schedule shifts and manage 1:1 patient observation when needed.
- Collaborate with mental health team and use EPIC EMR for documentation.
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$2,038/wk
Bismarck, North Dakota
Posted 2 days ago
Days, 3x12hrs
36 hrs/wk
Oct 5, 2026
13 weeks
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Actual start date is typically 3-4 weeks from time the offer is received. Start dates are determined based on facility needs and credentialing requirements.
American Traveler is hiring a Psychiatric RN for a 13-week acute inpatient assignment requiring 2+ years of acute/inpatient psych experience and a ND or compact RN license.
- Acute care Psychiatric Unit located on the locked 4th floor, the only child/adolescent inpatient unit in the region
- 25 licensed beds, currently utilizing 3 Adult beds and 6 Adolescent beds
- Nurse-to-patient ratios of 3:1 for Adults (up to 7 patients) and 6:1 for Adolescents
- Treats adolescents and adults with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, psychosis, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and other behavioral or personality disorders
- Travelers may work with both adolescent and adult populations, separated by a locked door
- Uses EPIC EMR
- 12-hour shifts including 7a-7p, 7p-7a, 7a-3p, 3p-11p, and 11p-7a via self-scheduling
- Every other weekend and every other holiday required
- Floating required throughout the hospital as helping hands or for 1:1 patient observation
- No call or standby requirements
- Mental health techs, occupational therapy, and social work support available on the unit
- Respiratory therapy available in-house for CPAP, BiPAP, and oxygen support
- Mechanical restraints used rarely, along with seclusion when necessary
- Active ND state or compact RN license required
- Minimum 2 years of acute/inpatient or state hospital experience required
- BLS certification required; CPI certification preferred
- Strong de-escalation and communication skills required
- Adolescent psychiatric experience preferred
- IV experience not required though a plus
- Copy of driver's license required for consideration
- Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including employment dates and rehire eligibility
- Nurses are expected to be actively involved in patient care, including 15-minute rounds, rather than remaining at the nurses' station
- Charge nurse or house supervisor coverage is not always guaranteed on every shift; travelers are not typically expected to fill this role
- Unit-specific orientation consists of two 12-hour shifts
- Dress code allows any scrub color except maroon; business casual also accepted
- Patience and a calm demeanor are attributes that contribute to success on this unit
- Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility
- Candidates may not have been employed full time, part time, or PRN with any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility, including CHI or Dignity, within the past year
- Up to 7 days of requested time off allowed per 13-week contract; no additional RTO approved after submission
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
These details are based on information provided by the facility and may include inaccuracies or be subject to updates. Please verify all details with your recruiter.
$2,038/wk
$26,494
$105,976
$792/wk
$22.00 x 36 hours/wk = $792
$1,246/wk
$110.00 x 7 days = $770
$68.00 x 7 days = $476
$2,038/wk
In compliance with state pay transparency laws, we disclose that the estimated weekly pay range for this role is $1,834 - $2,038. The $2,038 weekly pay listed in this posting, along with related figures, corresponds to the higher end of this range.
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