Outpatient Psychiatric RN - PRN | Crisis Intervention

Universal Health Services; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Health Services invites applications for an Outpatient Registered Nurse (RN) PRN position at Austin Oaks Hospital in South Austin, TX. This role supports psychiatric care for adolescents and adults, focusing on crisis assessment and referral coordination in a patient-centered environment.

You will document inquiries and admissions, assess patient status, administer medications as prescribed, and lead mental health technicians within an interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Licensed by the Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas (or licensed in a compact state).
• One-year psychiatric nursing experience preferred.
• CPR and hospital de-escalation certifications which can be obtained during orientation.
• Must be able to complete new hire requirements such as a nationwide background check and pre-employment drug screen.
• State and Federal Office of the Inspector General check.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' psychiatric and medical status.
• Coordinate referrals and admissions and document appropriately in the computer system.
• Ensure referral material is copied/distributed and prepared in unit charts as required.
• Assess, direct and intervene in crisis situations.
• Provide leadership and direction to mental health technicians.
• Contribute to treatment plan as a member of interdisciplinary team.
• Administer medication and medical treatment as prescribed by Physician.

Skills

Psychiatric nursing

Crisis assessment

CPR certified

Patient documentation

Education

RN license (Texas or compact)

Job description

Universal Health Services invites applications for an Outpatient Registered Nurse (RN) PRN position at Austin Oaks Hospital in South Austin, TX. This role supports psychiatric care for adolescents and adults, focusing on crisis assessment and referral coordination in a patient-centered environment.

You will document inquiries and admissions, assess patient status, administer medications as prescribed, and lead mental health technicians within an interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality