Travel Nurse RN Psych in Des Moines, IA

Agency: Modern Healthcare Solutions

Location: Des Moines, Iowa

Pay: $2,454/wk

Shift: Night, 5x8 hr

Start date: Nov 23, 2026

Assignment length: 13 weeks

We are looking for a Travel Psych RN for a great Travel nursing job in Des Moines, IA. This Psych Travel nursing job pays for 40 hours a week for 13 weeks. With Wanderly you can compare Travel nurse salary from leading Travel nurse agencies in the United States. With Wanderly you can chat and apply to any agency for this Travel Nursing Job with Wanderly’s Universal Application. Registered Nurse (RN) Job Description A Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Behavioral Health is needed for a dynamic role focusing on the care of patients with mental health challenges. This position entails working at multiple locations and requires flexibility to float across various units catering to different age groups. Responsibilities Provide care for acute psychiatric patients suffering from major mental health illnesses, and chronic behaviors, including violence, aggression, mania, and self-harm. Adhere to established protocols for patient care, including competency in the use of restraints. Conduct assessments and develop care plans tailored to individual needs. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to implement treatment plans. Manage fluctuating nurse-to-patient ratios, ensuring optimal care delivery. Schedule Shift: Monday to Friday, Nights 11 pm - 7 am 40 hours per week with no on-call requirements. Every other weekend work is mandatory. Unit Information Bed Sizes: Geriatric: 12 beds Adolescent: 12 beds Adult: 24 beds Nurse-to-Patient Ratios: Can vary from 1:4 to 1:6 depending on the unit and shift. Qualifications Minimum of 15 months of experience in a psychiatric/behavioral health capacity. Experience in utilizing EPIC electronic medical records is required. Inpatient experience is highly preferred. Experience working with adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient populations is required. Active Iowa nursing license or compact/multistate license at the time of submission is required. Preferred: Current de-escalation certification (MOAB or CPI), which can be obtained during onboarding. Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) from AHA or American Red Cross is required. Holiday Requirements Candidates may be required to work 1-2 of the following upcoming holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's, unless the unit is closed. Join a team dedicated to providing exceptional care to individuals facing mental health challenges. Your skills and compassion could make a significant impact in the lives of many. PK-38543543