Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric
Dulles, VA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary:
Psychiatric Unit Registered Nurse (RN) position is located in a behavioral health facility within a hospital setting. This role involves providing direct patient care on an inpatient psychiatric unit, with a focus on safety, medication administration, and patient support. The position requires adherence to facility policies and specific skill sets to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Valid RN license; 1 year of experience in inpatient behavioral health nursing; certifications including CPI training and BLS; prior experience with psychiatric patient care; location in or willingness to work in Dulles, VA.
• Preferred Qualifications: Additional certifications such as NCPI or trauma-specific courses are a plus.
• Additional Information:
  • The unit has 17 beds with staffing composed of 2 RNs and 2 behavioral health technicians.
  • Equipment used is minimal, with documentation primarily through Meditech.
  • No floating policy; staff is expected to abide by HCA ICARE Values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence).
  • Procedures performed include medication administration, lab draws, and accuchecks.
  • Dress code requires navy scrubs.
  • The facility values experienced staff and offers a supportive environment, including an in-house sitter pool and security.
  • Candidates should be prepared to adhere to unit specific policies, including CPI and BLS certifications.

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