Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric for a travel nursing job in Rochester, New Hampshire.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Psychiatric
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/17/2026
- Duration: 12 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Psychiatric Unit Nurse Practitioner in Rochester, New Hampshire. This position involves providing specialized psychiatric care within a hospital setting. The selected candidate will support a dynamic team on an adult psychiatric unit, assisting with patient care and discharge planning to promote optimal recovery outcomes.
Job Details
- Schedule: 12-hour shifts, operating from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM and 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS); relevant psychiatric and geriatrics background preferred; must demonstrate advanced skills in psychiatric procedures; location in Rochester, NH; no minimum experience required.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience in psychiatric settings; familiarity with mechanical lifts, Sara Steady equipment; interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
- Additional Information: The unit features a family-oriented environment with staff members possessing extensive tenure, including over five years of psychiatric experience. The team benefits from modern equipment and a schedule offering alternating weekends. Recreational therapists and social workers are available to assist with patient activities and discharge planning, respectively. Floating may be required occasionally, primarily in helper roles.
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 #1293163. 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.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus