Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric for a travel nursing job in Tampa, Florida.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Psychiatric
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 08/17/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary: Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) position in Tampa, Florida. The role involves providing inpatient psychiatric care within a facility's mental health unit. This assignment is designed for experienced RNs who are comfortable working night shifts in a fast-paced psychiatric environment.
Job Details:
Schedule: Nights, 7:00 PM 7:30 AM, minimum of 36 hours per week
Required Qualifications: Valid RN license, BLS (Basic Life Support) certification, CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) or HWC (Harassment and Workplace Violence Certification), minimum of 2 years of inpatient psychiatric experience, and prior experience with the EPIC electronic health record system
Preferred Qualifications: Experience with electronic medication administration systems and a strong personality fit for psychiatric care settings
Additional Information:
Unit Information: 36 beds with patient ratios of 1:12
Equipment used: Omnicell medication dispensing system
Patient Population: Adult mental health patients
Dress Code: Scrubs in navy blue; crocs are not acceptable footwear
Shift Hours: 12-hour shifts, starting on 08/17/2026
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
Cross Country Job ID #1298480. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Psychiatric Unit
About 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.