Behavioral Health Psych Nurse - Casual Rotating
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Job Description
At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best.
Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country.
We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today.
Please follow this link for a closer look at what it’s like to work at Children’s Wisconsin: instagram.com
Children's does not provide inpatient psychiatric treatment, this Behavioral Assessment Team supports our patients, families and staff in the inpatient setting.
We have many pediatric patients who are receiving medical care primarily, while also presenting with co-occurring mental health needs that may require additional consideration and planning. Our Behavioral Health nurses respond to support requests, bringing their expertise so that we can be sure to provide the best and safest care for all of our patients and families.
Requires Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the state of Wisconsin
Requires current CPR - BLS certification. Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross.
Requires at least an Associates degree in Nursing. Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
Requires at least 1 year of experience in nursing. Prefers at least 2 years of nursing experience.
Requires 1 year experience with patients having co-occurring behavioral health presentations, or in psychiatric or behavioral health
Functions with demonstrated expertise in patient care for mental and behavioral health. The nurse provides direct clinical care and support within the behavioral health realm. As a recognized resource for consultation to the bedside staff, the nurse assists assessment, clinical management, communication, crisis prevention, regulatory readiness, and evidence-based care practice.
Proactively supports efforts that ensure delivery of safe patient care and services and promotes a safe environment.
Exhibits guiding behaviors that reflect Children’s values and support our mission and vision.
Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.
Certifications/Licenses
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council, License RN-Registered Nurse (30) - State of Wisconsin
Key Responsibilities
The Behavioral Health Nurse provides direct clinical care and support to pediatric patients with co-occurring mental health needs in an inpatient setting. They act as a resource for bedside staff, assisting with assessment, clinical management, crisis prevention, and evidence-based practice.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Registered Nurse (RN) license in Wisconsin, a BLS certification, and at least an Associate degree in Nursing. A minimum of one year of nursing experience is required, with at least one year specifically in psychiatric or behavioral health settings.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Psychiatric Nursing — Registered Nurse Career Context
Of the 50 active Registered Nurse listings this role was benchmarked against, 26% are remote, 52% have no call, 80% require no weekends.
Registered Nurse pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of living | Wisconsin index 94.1 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| All registered nurse listings in Wisconsin | 167 active | 5,820 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 26% remote · 52% no call · 80% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Wisconsin registered nurse listings (all specialties): 29% state a sign-on bonus (median $6k) · 1% offer loan repayment167 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| Registered Nurse pay trend (all specialties) | +4.2% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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