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Job description
Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel nurse RN Pediatric Behavioral Health for a travel nursing job in Bangor, Maine.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Pediatric Behavioral Health
Discipline: RN
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 13 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 10 hours, evenings
Employment Type: Travel
Behavioral Health Nursenn
General Information:
nThis position involves providing care to both pediatric and adult patients in a behavioral health setting. Candidates should be prepared to float between pediatric and adult units as needed. The facility is a free-standing acute inpatient facility, which contracts with an emergency department nearby. All patients must be medically cleared prior to admission.
Patient Types:
n Pediatric patients (ages 5-18): Common diagnoses include Eating Disorders, Depression, Suicidal Ideation, Anxiety, Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, and Gender Dysphoria.
Adult patients (18+ including geriatric): Often diagnosed with Schizophrenia, Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, as well as Eating Disorders, Suicidal Ideation, and Anxiety.
No forensic patients or inmates are admitted; however, seclusion rooms are utilized when necessary.
Occasional care for patients with Substance Use Disorder or those undergoing detoxification, provided they are medically cleared.
n Patient Ratios:
n Day Shift: RN ratio of 1:5-6; Night Shift: RN ratio of 1:13 with additional resource support.
Pediatric Psych Techs: Day - 6; Night - 2.
Adult Psych Techs: Day - 2; Night - 2.
n Required Certifications:
n BLS (Basic Life Support)
MOAB (Management of Aggressive Behavior), to be obtained during orientation
ME State License
n Skills Required:
n Experience with de-escalation techniques and physical restraints (chemical restraints are not used).
Proficiency in medication administration and documentation.
Comfort in leading group sessions.
Opportunity to take on Charge Nurse duties, although this is not mandatory.
n Support on the Unit:
n Director of Nursing / Chief Nursing Officer
Nurse Manager available during the day
House Administrator on-site overnight and weekends
Charge Nurse may have patient assignments
Psych Techs and additional support staff
On-site Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatrist for daily rounds and on-call assistance
Occupational Therapist available daily
Security personnel present on-site
n Charting System/Equipment:
n Cerner
Pyxis for medication management
n Orientation:
nThe orientation period consists of the first week (Monday-Friday) working day shifts, followed by the second week with 12-hour shifts as scheduled.
Scheduling and Work Expectations:
n Weekend rotation: every other weekend (Saturday/Sunday)
No guaranteed block scheduling
Overtime opportunities available
Holiday work required as part of rotation
Modified self-scheduling for preferred shifts; managers will adjust based on coverage needs
n Additional Notes:
n Professional attire: any solid color scrubs
Free parking available for staff
Ability to manage patient escalations with a "code leader" structure that assigns roles during situations.
Opportunities for additional training in de-escalation techniques during scenario-based training sessions every other week.
n Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID # . Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN PEDS - Psych
About Wellspring Nurse Source
Wellspring One (formerly Wellspring Nurse Source) is a nurse-owned and operated healthcare staffing company built around one simple belief: clinicians deserve exceptional support. Our team is honored to represent what we believe is the greatest workforce on earth , and we work every day to support our clinicians with the same level of excellence they bring to their patients.
Wellspring One was named one of SIA’s Best Staffing Firms to Work For in 2026 , a recognition that reflects our commitment to building a culture where clinicians feel supported, valued, and set up for success. From onboarding and compliance to payroll, career guidance, and on-assignment support, our dedicated Clinician Success Team is with you every step of your travel journey.
We’re not focused on becoming the biggest staffing company. Our goal is to be the best partner you’ll ever work with.
If you’re looking for a team that will advocate for you, support you, and help you find the right opportunities at the best rates, we’d love to be part of your journey.
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Worksite address
bangor, ME, 04401, US
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