Adolescent Psychiatric RN | Shift Supervisor

Universal Health Services; Liberty Hill (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous PTO

Medical, dental, vision plans

401(k) with company match

SoFi student loan refinancing program

Tuition savings for nursing education

Job summary

Meridell Achievement Center is a psychiatric residential treatment facility near Austin providing 24-hour care to youths. The Registered Nurse (RN) oversees assessments, treatment plans, and medication administration under the Director of Nursing.

The RN ensures a safe, therapeutic milieu and supervises Mental Health Techs and LVN staff. Texas RN licensure and compassionate, organized care are essential to support patients and families in this setting.

Qualifications

• BSN from an accredited school.
• One year psychiatric/neuropsychiatric experience with adolescents/young adults in a long-term hospital or residential setting preferred.
• Knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques and understanding of mental illness.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical assessments of patients and implement treatment plans.
• Evaluate response to treatment and document accurately.
• Administer medications as prescribed and provide care education for patients and families.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Confidentiality

Organization

Nursing assessment

Education

BSN from an accredited school

Job description

Meridell Achievement Center is a psychiatric residential treatment facility near Austin providing 24-hour care to youths. The Registered Nurse (RN) oversees assessments, treatment plans, and medication administration under the Director of Nursing.

The RN ensures a safe, therapeutic milieu and supervises Mental Health Techs and LVN staff. Texas RN licensure and compassionate, organized care are essential to support patients and families in this setting.