Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric
Louisville, KY
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,850/weekOverview
- Start Date07/06/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
A Child Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) position is available in Louisville, Kentucky. This role involves providing specialized psychiatric care to children and adolescents with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a busy unit environment. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day.
Job Details:
- Location: Louisville, Kentucky
- Specialty: Psychiatric Unit (Psych)
- Shift Hours: 12 hours per shift
- Minimum Hours Per Week: 36 hours
- Start Date: 07/06/2026
- Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification obtained onsite, 6 months of experience working with children and adolescents in a psychiatric setting.
- Schedule: Three 12-hour shifts weekly, with one 12-hour shift floating to other units, and weekend rotation every other week. No on-call required. Holiday scheduling based on unit needs.
- Float: Yes, may float to other child, adolescent, and adult units.
- Additional Information: Facility provides free parking; scrub color is Galaxy Blue.
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
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with 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.
Louisville, KY
About
Louisville is the largest city in Kentucky and the famous namesake of the Official Bat of Major League Baseball, the Louisville Slugger. It’s also well known as the host of the Kentucky Derby, the most prestigious American horse race. Many visitors note the city’s friendly hospitality, often called second to none. In fact, Louisville often ranks among the country's friendliest cities. It's where big-city amenities meet Southern charm with plenty of things to see and do. Take a stroll through Old Louisville, the third-largest National Preservation District in the U.S., ideal for lovers of architecture and history. Shopping is a treat, with everything from vintage to upscale shops and boutiques scattered throughout the city, and the dining scene is just as impressive and diverse. At Logan Street Market alone, over 30 local chefs, artisans and merchants offer a wide range of tasty eats and unique products.
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