Pediatric Behavioral Health RN
Helena, Montana
Shodair Children's Hospital

Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health (Pediatrics)

Location: Helena, Montana
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Requirements

• Minimum 1+ year of behavioral health/psychiatric nursing experience with pediatric patients
• Experience in milieu management
• Must be comfortable working night shifts
• Work schedule includes every other weekend
• Experience with Epic charting system
• Patient population primarily includes children and adolescents with conditions such as suicidal ideations, ADHD, and spectrum disorders

Facility Information

• 82-bed children’s hospital
• Operates 24/7

Certifications & Licenses Required

• CPR (BLS and First Aid): BLS must be AHA or ARC certified; First Aid must be in-person (virtual not accepted)
• ACLS: Required based on unit description (AHA or ARC)
• PALS: Required based on unit description (AHA or ARC)
• State Nursing License: Primary source verification required prior to start
• National Certification/Verification: Required prior to start and upon expiration
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute): Preferred; facility will provide training if candidate does not have it

Competencies

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (as applicable)
• Competency Exam relevant to profession/specialty

Health & Background Requirements

• Physical exam within the last 12 months
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray (within required timeframes)
• TB questionnaire (updated annually if applicable)
• Immunizations or titers for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B
  • Varicella
• 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start
• Seasonal flu vaccination or declination during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31)

Additional Requirements

• Background checks including SS trace, county searches for last 7 years, nationwide sex offender registry, EPLS/GSA/SAM, and HHS/OIG checks
• Signed acknowledgment of Joint Commission Training Safety Manual (updated annually)
• Completion of facility-specific online training modules prior to orientation (approx. 8-12 hours)
• Two professional references within the last 3 years
• Skills checklist required

Notes

• Locals accepted at travel rate
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position

This position is ideal for RNs with pediatric behavioral health experience seeking a travel contract in a specialized children’s hospital setting. Night shift and weekend availability are essential.