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Working as a Psychiatry Nurse at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center you will enjoy:
- Elevating your psychiatric nursing skills by developing greater behavioral assessment skills and therapeutic communication
- Leading and co-leading group programming to support patient engagement
- Implementing a token economy to reinforce positive behaviors, promote skill-building, and support progress toward discharge goals
- Providing direct patient care in a team-based setting and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure the best outcomes
- Implementing individualized patient care plans and documenting behavioral observations
- Establishing a safe, stable, and nurturing environment for youth in crisis
- A state-of-the-art mental health facility that opened in October 2023!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Department/Unit: Child Inpatient Psychiatry
Hours/Shift: PRN - Day/Evening rotating shift (every other weekend required)
Benefit Eligibility: Not Benefits Eligible
Expected Starting Salary Range: $37.00 - $43.02
Job Responsibilities
Milieu Management & Patient Safety
- Create a safe, stable, and nurturing environment and utilize trauma-informed and developmentally appropriate strategies to support patients experiencing a range of psychiatric challenges, including mood disorders, anxiety, psychosis, aggression, self-harm, eating disorders, and neurodevelopmental disorders
- Implement a token economy to reinforce positive behaviors
- Proactively prevent and respond to crises using Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) strategies, including verbal de-escalation and physical interventions when necessary due to imminent risk
- Lead and intervene in behavioral crises, apply appropriate strategies based on the Stress Model of Crisis and individualized care plans
- Perform safety checks, room, and patient searches, and maintain awareness of environmental risk factors
- Ensure continuous compliance with departmental policies, hospital protocols, and regulatory standards (CMS, Joint Commission)
Nursing Care & Clinical Judgment
- Apply critical thinking and clinical judgment to assess patient care needs and develop care plans
- Administer medications and monitor for effectiveness
- Develop, coordinate, and implement nursing care interventions across physical and mental health needs
- Deliver support for activities of daily living (e.g., bathing, feeding, toileting) and provide developmentally appropriate care in both group and individualized settings
- Maintain designated observation levels (e.g., continuous observation, 15-minute checks, remaining within arm’s-length of patient) with accuracy and compassion
- Recognize changes in patient condition, respond to deteriorations, and escalate concerns as needed
Group Programming & Therapeutic Engagement
- Lead or support structured group programming modifying delivery to meet developmental needs
- Engage patients meaningfully and observe behaviors to inform treatment progress and problem-solving
- Build therapeutic rapport while maintaining professional boundaries and advocating for patient needs
Compliance & Safety Leadership
- Maintain current knowledge of relevant accreditation standards and regulatory requirements
- Complete all certifications, licensure renewals, and Safety College trainings on schedule
- Partner with nurse councils, Magnet representatives, and leadership to promote safety best practices and continuous performance improvement
- Identify and report safety and compliance concerns promptly to support a culture of accountability
Documentation & Communication
- Accurately document assessments, care interventions, incident reports, safety checks, and patient progress
- Review and ensure timely, accurate documentation from Behavioral Health Specialists, especially around incidents, safety checks, and behavioral observations
- Serve as the communication bridge between Behavioral Health Specialists and the interdisciplinary team. Clarify clinical priorities and ensure team members are informed and coordinated
- Actively participate in family-centered rounds; provide updates and education to families and caregivers, promoting transparency and support
- Utilize teach-back and other strategies to support understanding of care goals
- Contribute meaningfully to shift reports, handoffs, and interdisciplinary care planning
Professional Development & Team Collaboration
- Work closely with physicians, advanced practice RNs, social workers, allied health providers, and families to support continuity of care
- Assign tasks such as safety checks, group facilitation, or patient support, while monitoring for completion, quality, and safety
- Engage in shared decision-making through unit-based councils or ongoing communication with peers and leaders
- Participate in performance reviews, peer feedback, and clinical education to maintain competency and promote growth
- Support student and new nurse onboarding through role modeling, mentoring, and shared learning experiences
- Collaborate effectively across disciplines using the Interprofessional Practice Model (IPM), ensuring cohesive and coordinated care
Cultural Competence & Advocacy
- Assess cultural factors and individual preferences that may impact care, integrating needs into nursing practice
- Advocate ethically for patients and families, particularly when they are unable to advocate for themselves
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- Associate/Diploma prepared RNs from ACEN, CCNE or NLN CNEA accredited institution
- If hired as an external candidate without BSN or MSN, must enroll in a BSN or MSN program within 1 year of hire date and complete program within 5 years of hire date
- Active Ohio RN License. May be required to obtain other state licensure
- Foreign graduates must have license validated through TruMerit per Ohio Board of Nursing code for Foreign Graduates
Pass Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Certification Course during orientation
Preferred:
- BSN from ACEN or CCNE accredited institution or MSN
About us
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children's is:
- Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
- Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
- Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
- One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
- Consistently certified as great place to work
- A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
- Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.
Comprehensive job description provided upon request.
Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
INTRODUCTION
Working as a Psychiatry Nurse at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center you will enjoy:
- Elevating your psychiatric nursing skills by developing greater behavioral assessment skills and therapeutic communication
- Leading and co-leading group programming to support patient engagement
- Implementing a token economy to reinforce positive behaviors, promote skill-building, and support progress toward discharge goals
- Providing direct patient care in a team-based setting and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure the best outcomes
- Implementing individualized patient care plans and documenting behavioral observations
- Establishing a safe, stable, and nurturing environment for youth in crisis
- A state-of-the-art mental health facility that opened in October 2023!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Department/Unit: Child Inpatient Psychiatry
Hours/Shift: PRN - Day/Evening rotating shift (every other weekend required)
Benefit Eligibility: Not Benefits Eligible
Expected Starting Salary Range: $37.00 - $43.02
Job Responsibilities
Milieu Management & Patient Safety
- Create a safe, stable, and nurturing environment and utilize trauma-informed and developmentally appropriate strategies to support patients experiencing a range of psychiatric challenges, including mood disorders, anxiety, psychosis, aggression, self-harm, eating disorders, and neurodevelopmental disorders
- Implement a token economy to reinforce positive behaviors
- Proactively prevent and respond to crises using Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) strategies, including verbal de-escalation and physical interventions when necessary due to imminent risk
- Lead and intervene in behavioral crises, apply appropriate strategies based on the Stress Model of Crisis and individualized care plans
- Perform safety checks, room, and patient searches, and maintain awareness of environmental risk factors
- Ensure continuous compliance with departmental policies, hospital protocols, and regulatory standards (CMS, Joint Commission)
Nursing Care & Clinical Judgment
- Apply critical thinking and clinical judgment to assess patient care needs and develop care plans
- Administer medications and monitor for effectiveness
- Develop, coordinate, and implement nursing care interventions across physical and mental health needs
- Deliver support for activities of daily living (e.g., bathing, feeding, toileting) and provide developmentally appropriate care in both group and individualized settings
- Maintain designated observation levels (e.g., continuous observation, 15-minute checks, remaining within arm’s-length of patient) with accuracy and compassion
- Recognize changes in patient condition, respond to deteriorations, and escalate concerns as needed
Group Programming & Therapeutic Engagement
- Lead or support structured group programming modifying delivery to meet developmental needs
- Engage patients meaningfully and observe behaviors to inform treatment progress and problem-solving
- Build therapeutic rapport while maintaining professional boundaries and advocating for patient needs
Compliance & Safety Leadership
- Maintain current knowledge of relevant accreditation standards and regulatory requirements
- Complete all certifications, licensure renewals, and Safety College trainings on schedule
- Partner with nurse councils, Magnet representatives, and leadership to promote safety best practices and continuous performance improvement
- Identify and report safety and compliance concerns promptly to support a culture of accountability
Documentation & Communication
- Accurately document assessments, care interventions, incident reports, safety checks, and patient progress
- Review and ensure timely, accurate documentation from Behavioral Health Specialists, especially around incidents, safety checks, and behavioral observations
- Serve as the communication bridge between Behavioral Health Specialists and the interdisciplinary team. Clarify clinical priorities and ensure team members are informed and coordinated
- Actively participate in family-centered rounds; provide updates and education to families and caregivers, promoting transparency and support
- Utilize teach-back and other strategies to support understanding of care goals
- Contribute meaningfully to shift reports, handoffs, and interdisciplinary care planning
Professional Development & Team Collaboration
- Work closely with physicians, advanced practice RNs, social workers, allied health providers, and families to support continuity of care
- Assign tasks such as safety checks, group facilitation, or patient support, while monitoring for completion, quality, and safety
- Engage in shared decision-making through unit-based councils or ongoing communication with peers and leaders
- Participate in performance reviews, peer feedback, and clinical education to maintain competency and promote growth
- Support student and new nurse onboarding through role modeling, mentoring, and shared learning experiences
- Collaborate effectively across disciplines using the Interprofessional Practice Model (IPM), ensuring cohesive and coordinated care
Cultural Competence & Advocacy
- Assess cultural factors and individual preferences that may impact care, integrating needs into nursing practice
- Advocate ethically for patients and families, particularly when they are unable to advocate for themselves
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- Associate/Diploma prepared RNs from ACEN, CCNE or NLN CNEA accredited institution
- If hired as an external candidate without BSN or MSN, must enroll in a BSN or MSN program within 1 year of hire date and complete program within 5 years of hire date
- Active Ohio RN License. May be required to obtain other state licensure
- Foreign graduates must have license validated through TruMerit per Ohio Board of Nursing code for Foreign Graduates
Pass Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Certification Course during orientation
Preferred:
- BSN from ACEN or CCNE accredited institution or MSN
About us
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children's is:
- Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
- Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
- Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
- One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
- Consistently certified as great place to work
- A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
- Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.
Comprehensive job description provided upon request.
Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Child Therapist
Verify your credential category before applying
TN visa eligibility for Child Therapists depends on whether your role is classified under psychologist or social worker. Confirm your licensure matches the USMCA category your employer will use before submitting a single application.
Target employers with behavioral health billing infrastructure
Outpatient clinics, school districts, and hospital systems that bill insurance for mental health services are structured to sponsor TN workers. They have HR teams familiar with immigration paperwork, unlike private solo practices that rarely do.
Translate your provincial or national license before interviewing
Canadian therapists often hold licenses from bodies like the CRPO or CCPA. U.S. hiring managers need a credential equivalency letter showing your licensure maps to a state-recognized standard before they'll initiate TN sponsorship paperwork.
Ask employers how they classify the role at offer stage
Some employers list Child Therapist roles under social worker TN categories, others under psychologist. The classification affects your documentation requirements, so clarify this before you accept an offer and before USCIS processes anything.
Search TN-specific job listings through Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters Child Therapist listings by TN visa sponsorship, so you're not cold-applying to employers who've never filed a TN petition. Start your search there to avoid wasting time on roles that won't move forward.
Use the support letter to resolve degree field mismatches
If your degree is in counseling psychology rather than clinical psychology, your employer's support letter must explicitly connect your academic background to the TN job duties. A vague letter is the most common reason CBP requests additional documentation.
Child Therapist TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Child Therapist role qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Yes, but the qualifying USMCA category depends on your credentials and how the employer defines the role. Positions requiring a master's degree in social work typically fall under the social worker category. Roles requiring a doctoral degree in psychology fall under psychologist. Your employer must match the job description to the correct TN category, or CBP can deny entry at the border.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Child Therapist roles?
The TN visa has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian citizens, and can be approved the same day at a U.S. port of entry. H-1B visa requires a lottery registration each March, a months-long filing process, and significant employer costs. For Child Therapists who qualify under USMCA, TN is a faster and more predictable path, though it does not lead directly to a green card the way H-1B can.
Can Mexican Child Therapists use the TN visa the same way Canadians can?
Not exactly. Canadian citizens can apply directly at a port of entry or a U.S. consulate without a cap. Mexican citizens must apply at a U.S. consulate abroad and are subject to a 5,500 annual visa allocation under USMCA. Consular appointment availability and wait times add additional planning time for Mexican applicants compared to Canadians.
How do I find Child Therapist employers that sponsor TN visas?
Most general job searches don't filter by visa sponsorship type, which means a lot of wasted applications. Migrate Mate is built specifically to surface Child Therapist roles from employers who sponsor TN visas, so you can focus on opportunities that are actually viable for your immigration status rather than guessing from a standard listing.
What documents does my employer need to sponsor my TN visa as a Child Therapist?
Your employer needs to provide a detailed support letter on company letterhead that confirms your job title, duties, the TN category being used, your start date, and a statement that you meet the USMCA professional qualifications. You'll need to bring that letter, your degree transcripts, your current license, and a valid Canadian or Mexican passport to your border crossing or consular appointment.