Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric for a travel nursing job in Fort Worth, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Psychiatric
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/17/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Psychiatric Nurse in a mental health and wellness facility in Fort Worth, Texas. This role involves providing compassionate psychiatric care on an adult psychiatric unit within a healthcare organization. The position is scheduled for day shifts, and candidates will contribute to a team dedicated to mental health treatment and safety.
Job Details:
- Position: Psychiatric Nurse
- Location: Fort Worth, Texas
- Shift: Days, 12 hours per shift
- Schedule: 36 hours per week (minimum)
- Start Date: 08/17/2026
- Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license, experience with de-escalation of patients with mental illness, adaptability with healthcare documentation, and at least 1 year of relevant experience.
- Preferred Qualifications: Behavioral health experience and familiarity with Meditech electronic health record system.
- Additional Information: The unit is an adult psychiatric unit with 48 beds over 3 units, utilizing vital sign machines and lab equipment. Staff includes nurses, clinical care technicians, and mental health technicians. The facility emphasizes safety and teamwork, with onsite security and duress buttons. CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) training can be provided if needed. The environment supports a collaborative culture, with modern equipment and a focus on patient safety.
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 #1298970. 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