Night Psychiatric Nurse (RN) — Sign-On $5K

Universal Health Services; Harahan (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical, Dental, Vision & Rx plan

401k with company match

Growth opportunities

Job summary

River Oaks Hospital, affiliated with Universal Health Services, in the New Orleans metro area, seeks a dedicated Psychiatric Nurse (RN) for the night shift. You will provide high-quality mental health care within a dynamic hospital setting, with a sign-on bonus and rotating day/night shifts.

The ideal candidate holds an active RN license in Louisiana, has experience in psychiatric settings, and is skilled in crisis intervention and medication administration.

Qualifications

• RN license with current Louisiana state endorsement.
• Experience in psychiatric/behavioral health settings required.
• ER nursing experience is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of mental health assessment tools, medications, and crisis intervention.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychiatric nursing care, crisis intervention, and stabilization.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments including vital signs and mental status.
• Administer psychotropic medications and monitor for adverse effects.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement treatment plans.
• Maintain HIPAA-compliant medical documentation.
• Educate patients and families on mental health conditions and treatments.
• Respond swiftly to emergencies using de-escalation and crisis protocols.

Skills

Mental health assessment

Medication administration

Crisis intervention

Compassionate patient care

Strong communication

Job description

River Oaks Hospital, affiliated with Universal Health Services, in the New Orleans metro area, seeks a dedicated Psychiatric Nurse (RN) for the night shift. You will provide high-quality mental health care within a dynamic hospital setting, with a sign-on bonus and rotating day/night shifts.

The ideal candidate holds an active RN license in Louisiana, has experience in psychiatric settings, and is skilled in crisis intervention and medication administration.