Night Shift RN – Inpatient Psych

UofL Health; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UofL Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for the University Hospital - Adult Inpatient Psychiatry unit, 3 North, in Louisville. You will provide comprehensive nursing care during night shifts (7P-7A), conducting assessments, planning and delivering evidence-based interventions, and collaborating with the care team to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, medication administration, and continuous professional development within a regulated

Qualifications

• Active registered nurse license in Kentucky or NLC acceptance per KBN.
• Hospital inpatient experience preferred, especially in psychiatric/acute settings.
• Ability to collaborate with patients, families and the care team to plan and deliver safe care.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient health status from admission to discharge.
• Administer medications and monitor effects per policy.
• Develop individualized care plans with the multidisciplinary team.
• Provide patient and family education and discharge planning.
• Supervise and collaborate with unlicensed assistive personnel as permitted.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Medication administration

Care planning

Patient safety

Team collaboration

Education

RN licensure

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

UofL Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for the University Hospital - Adult Inpatient Psychiatry unit, 3 North, in Louisville. You will provide comprehensive nursing care during night shifts (7P-7A), conducting assessments, planning and delivering evidence-based interventions, and collaborating with the care team to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, medication administration, and continuous professional development within a regulated