Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric for a travel nursing job in Dubuque, Iowa.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Psychiatric
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/14/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Psychiatric Unit Nurse located in Dubuque, Iowa. This position involves providing care to behavioral health patients in a psychiatric setting. The role requires adherence to safety protocols, de-escalation techniques, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to support patient well-being. The shift is scheduled for nights with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
Job Details:
- Shift: Nights, 12 hours shift
- Schedule: 36 hours per week with night shifts
- Required Qualifications: 24 months of current psych/behavioral health experience, EPIC electronic medical record experience, active Iowa or compact/multistate nursing license, de-escalation certificate (MOAB, MAB, CPI, SAMA) preferred but can be obtained during onboarding.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with geriatric patients, de-escalation certification, CHARGE experience, BLS certification (AHA or ARC/Red Cross).
- Experience: 24 months in psych/behavioral health capacity required; first-time travelers with this experience accepted.
- Holidays: Will be required to work 1-2 of 3 upcoming summer holidays (Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day), unless the unit is closed.
- Additional Information:
- Call back pay at 1.5x with a 2-hour minimum
- On-call as needed, possible once per pay period
- Rate: $81
- Submission must include work history demonstrating 24 months of current psych/behavioral health experience and all required certifications
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 #1298486. 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