Night Shift Psychiatric RN — Crisis Care & Recovery

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Millwood Hospital, a UHS facility in Arlington, TX, seeks a Psychiatric Nurse (RN) for night shift care in a dynamic hospital setting. The role requires clinical expertise, patient-centered focus, and the ability to work overnight hours with impending 36-hour weeks.

Temporary 13-week assignment, possible extension, and immediate onboarding for qualified candidates. Educational requirements include a nursing degree with Texas licensure; CPR and CPI/seclusion training are mandatory or completed

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited program of professional nursing.
• Texas State Board of Nursing licensure in good standing.
• CPR certification and CPI/Seclusion & Restraint training required or to be obtained.
• Experience in psychiatric health-care facilities preferred; pediatric/adolescent experience valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive psychiatric nursing care, including crisis intervention and stabilization.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments: vital signs, mental status, risk.
• Administer psychotropic medications and monitor for adverse effects.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to implement treatment plans.
• Maintain HIPAA-compliant medical documentation.
• Educate patients and families about conditions, options, and coping strategies.
• Respond promptly to emergencies using de-escalation and crisis protocols.

Skills

Psychiatric care

Nursing

Crisis intervention

Patient care

Education

RN license in Texas

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

CPR certification

CPI training

Seclusion and Restraint training

Job description

Millwood Hospital, a UHS facility in Arlington, TX, seeks a Psychiatric Nurse (RN) for night shift care in a dynamic hospital setting. The role requires clinical expertise, patient-centered focus, and the ability to work overnight hours with impending 36-hour weeks.

Temporary 13-week assignment, possible extension, and immediate onboarding for qualified candidates. Educational requirements include a nursing degree with Texas licensure; CPR and CPI/seclusion training are mandatory or completed