Psychiatric Unit RN
Brattleboro, VT
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,135/weekOverview
- Start Date08/17/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Psychiatric Nursing Allied Health Professional in Vermont. This position involves working on an adult inpatient psychiatric unit within a facility dedicated to managing severe mental health and addiction challenges. The role requires providing complex nursing care, clinical supervision, and working as part of a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced environment.
Job Details:
- Shift Time: Nights
- Schedule: 12-hour shifts with a minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Valid Vermont Registered Nurse (RN) license, American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, recent general adult inpatient psychiatric experience within the last 3 months, five years of overall RN experience, psych/behavioral health experience with all age groups listed on the resume, willingness to float to other units, take charge shifts, and provide clinical supervision of mental health workers
- Additional Qualifications: Psych skills checklist from within the last year, two supervisory references from the past two years, active state license, and a drivers license or address included in the submission packet
- RTO Blackout Dates: 8/31-9/4, 9/5-9/8, 11/2-11/6, 11/30-12/4, 11/25-11/30, 12/23-12/27, 12/31-1/1
- Submission Requirements: Resume listing psych experience and all age groups, confirmation of CPI offered onsite, and details regarding patient populations experience with are required.
- Additional Notes: Candidates within 35 miles of the address listed may be subject to a rate decrease due to geographic proximity.
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.
About Brattleboro, VT
As a Travel Psychiatric Nurse in Brattleboro, VT here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, but wages are generally in line with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 80°F and lows of 55°F.
- Average winter highs of 30°F and lows of 10°F.
- Short term rentals are available, but may require some searching due to the town's size.
- Car friendliness is high, as the town is not very large.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- The town has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses.
- Brattleboro has a growing population of travel nurses due to its healthcare facilities and scenic location.
- Plenty of independent merchants, live music venues, local theater, and the Brattleboro Museum & Art Center.
- Outdoor activities include swimming, canoeing, paddleboarding, fishing, ice skating, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and snowmobiling.
- Don't miss the Brattleboro Farmers' Market and signature annual events like the Winter Carnival and the Strolling of the Heifers.
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