Travel Nurse RN - Behavioral Health - $2,000 per week
Company: DextroMedical
Location: Des Moines
Posted on: July 4, 2025
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Job Description:
DextroMedical is seeking a travel nurse RN Behavioral Health for
a travel nursing job in Des Moines, Iowa. Job Description &
Requirements Specialty: Behavioral Health Discipline: RN Duration:
13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type:
Travel We are actively seeking a compassionate and experienced
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (RN) for a night shift
assignment in a psychiatric inpatient setting. This role is ideal
for a travel nurse with strong behavioral health experience,
including care across all age groups, and the ability to respond
effectively in high-pressure situations. Key Responsibilities:
Provide direct and therapeutic care to patients with behavioral
health and psychiatric conditions Collaborate with
multidisciplinary teams to support treatment plans Administer
medications and monitor patient responses Implement de-escalation
techniques and safety protocols Accurately document care
activities, interventions, and patient progress Qualifications:
Active RN license (compact or IA state license) Minimum 1.5 years
of behavioral health/psych experience with adult populations
Experience caring for all age groups At least 1 completed travel
contract required BLS certification MAB, MOAB, or equivalent
de-escalation certification/training required Shift Details: Nights
36 hours/week Weekend Requirement: Usually every other weekend or
every 3rd, including holiday rotation Floating: May be required to
float to other units Travel Pay Package and Details Weekly
Stipend:$1400 ($38.88/hr) Weekly W2 Rate: $600 ($16.66/hr) Total
Gross Weekly: $2000 DextroMedical Job ID AHSA-59106. Pay package is
based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to
confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. About
DextroMedical DextroMedical is a California-based consulting and
staffing company that specializes in connecting skilled healthcare
professionals like you with rewarding job opportunities across the
country. Whether you’re a nurse, allied health worker, or
physician, we’re here to support your career goals with placements
that match your expertise, preferences, and lifestyle. We partner
with top hospitals, clinics, and healthcare organizations to offer
flexible staffing options — including travel assignments, per diem
shifts, long-term contracts, and permanent roles. Our team is
committed to helping you navigate every step of the job process,
offering personalized support, competitive pay, and access to
opportunities that make a real impact in patient care. When you
work with DextroMedical, you’re not just filling a position —
you’re advancing your career with a partner who values your
contribution to healthcare. Benefits Employee assistance programs
Sick pay Referral bonus Dental benefits Medical benefits 401k
retirement plan
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