<p>A 13-week travel contract is open for a Registered Nurse specializing in Adolescent Psychiatry at an acute care facility in Little Rock, Arkansas. This assignment offers a competitive travel pay package — base hourly rate plus a $1,000 weekly stipend — and an 8-hour day shift schedule that supports a predictable, sustainable routine. Little Rock combines a manageable cost of living with genuine Southern culture, making it a strong destination assignment for psychiatric RNs looking to expand their clinical footprint.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Travel pay rate of $22 per hour plus a $1,000 weekly tax-free stipend; local pay rate of $43 per hour for qualifying local candidates</li> <li>Weekly direct deposit — no waiting on paychecks between assignments</li> <li>Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, vision, and ancillary benefits</li> <li>Travel and housing stipends provided; access to an extensive corporate housing network with negotiated discounts</li> <li>Referral bonuses for colleagues placed on assignment</li> <li>Rewards and recognition program</li> <li>Dedicated licensing and compliance team to manage credentialing logistics</li> <li>24/7 team support throughout the duration of the contract</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Specialty focus: Adolescent Psychiatric nursing in an acute care facility setting</li> <li>13-week contract with 8-hour day shifts — consistent, structured scheduling</li> <li>Acute care environment serving an adolescent psychiatric patient population requiring specialized behavioral health expertise</li> <li>Located in Little Rock, AR — a mid-sized regional hub with a full spectrum of acute and specialty healthcare infrastructure</li> <li>Criminal background check required as a condition of employment per Arkansas state law</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Current, valid Arkansas RN license or active compact state RN license required</li> <li>Minimum 1–2 years of psychiatric nursing experience required; adolescent psychiatric experience strongly applicable</li> <li>Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association required</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Little Rock sits along the Arkansas River in the heart of the state, offering a blend of urban amenities and easy access to outdoor recreation — including Pinnacle Mountain State Park, the Arkansas River Trail system, and the Ouachita National Forest just to the west. The city features a vibrant arts and dining scene, a relatively low cost of living compared to most major metros, and a welcoming community that makes it a natural fit for travel clinicians on a 13-week rotation.</p>