Travel Nurse RN - Behavioral Health
Saint Louis, MO
Bestica
4x12 hrs, Days, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,773/weekOverview
- Start Date03/30/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftDays, Nights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$1,121/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,652/week
Benefits
- Referral bonus
Description
*Can sign for 36 or 48 hours per week*
RN/ BH 15300
Shift: 3x12 Nights
Ratios: 1:6
Years of experience REQ: 1
First-timers accepted: First time travelers cannot be AO, manager is open to interviewing them - send over as Clinical screen.
Weekend REQ: Every other
Certs REQ: BLS, CPI
Skills REQ: Geriatric, Inpatient, Locked Unit, Medical/Psych, Substance use/Chemical Dependency, Medication Administration (PO, RECTAL, IM, IV, SC, etc), Starting and maintaining IVs, Blood glucose monitoring, Foley catheter insertion / maintenance
Special Requirements: Epic, medical, and Psych experience required
Adult Psychiatric population and geriatric (18 years or older), some patients with co-morbid medical conditions that require med-surg approach.
When floating to other BH units-
Patient is older adult and adult population, some patients with medical co-morbidities and mobility issues. Some diagnoses include dementia, depression, Parkinson's Disease, bipolar disorder, or anxiety.
Some patients require pre-op prep for ECT
IV start
Presence in Milieu
Restraint application
Will work as charge as needed
Employer
Bestica
4 nurses recommend working with Bestica
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About Saint Louis, MO
As a Travel Behavioral Health Nurse in Saint Louis, MO here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Saint Louis is lower than the national average, making it an affordable city for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs are around 89°F, and winter average lows are around 23°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Saint Louis, with options ranging from furnished apartments to corporate housing.
- Saint Louis is car-friendly, but it also has a public transportation system including buses and a light rail system called Metrolink.
- Saint Louis has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include heart disease and obesity.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of multiple healthcare facilities.
- Saint Louis offers a variety of activities including a vibrant restaurant scene, art museums like the Saint Louis Art Museum, live music venues, sports events such as baseball games at Busch Stadium, and outdoor attractions like the Missouri Botanical Garden and Forest Park.
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